# sandwich

/ˈsæmwɪtʃ/ (US) · /sˈændwɪtʃ/ (UK) · CEFR A1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/sandwich
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a type of food made by putting something between two slices of bread. It is common in many countries and often eaten as a quick meal.

For teachers: a food item consisting of a filling placed between two slices of bread.

## Examples

- She ate a sandwich for lunch.
- The student bought a turkey and cheese sandwich from the cafeteria before class.
- The gourmet restaurant offered a deconstructed sandwich experience, serving the ingredients separately with a detailed explanation of the chef's creative process.

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