Definition

Describing something that happens or is done before the meal known as lunch.

Example

We had a prelunch meeting to discuss the agenda for the day.

Conversation

Are you free for a prelunch coffee today?

Sure! What time were you thinking?

How about 11? It’ll give us time to chat before we eat.

Sounds great! I’m looking forward to our prelunch catch-up.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Prelunch → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "lunch" (from Old English *lunch*, meaning a light meal). The word "prelunch" refers to the time or activities occurring before lunch.

Memory Tip

Think of 'before' ('pre-') and a 'light meal' ('lunch') to remember that 'prelunch' refers to the time before having lunch.

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