for lunch

idiom

Meaning

Used to talk about the meal you eat in the middle of the day, or the food prepared for that meal.

Examples

SIMPLE

I usually eat a sandwich for lunch.

CONTEXTUAL

We decided to meet at the new cafe downtown for lunch to discuss the project.

COMPLEX

After working through the morning without a break, she finally stepped away from her desk to find something healthy for lunch.

Last updated April 22, 2026