A Richmond woman explains the differences between a lunch and a luncheon

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Some people mistakenly call the midday meal a luncheon, but that is not always the proper word for it. Therefore, a Richmond woman wants to let people know the differences between a lunch and a luncheon.

Lunch

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Lunch is the term used for a midday meal, typically a casual affair, whether it's a sandwich at your desk or a quick bite at a café.

• Lunch is the term used to describe a casual midday meal.
• Lunch is the common term for the midday meal that is part of daily routine.
• A person can have lunch alone or with a friend or family member.
• Lunch foods are not as elaborate as food at a luncheon.
• Lunch is an everyday occurrence.
• Lunch can be eaten anywhere: at your desk, in your car, or on your back porch.
• Lunch can be taken to work from home or bought from a food truck.

Luncheon

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A luncheon is a more formal meal that may be associated with a meeting, event, or special occasion. It often implies a sit-down affair with several courses.

• Luncheon also refers to a midday meal but is a more formal term than lunch.
• Luncheon typically refers to a formal or ceremonial midday meal, often associated with a gathering or event.
• Luncheons often celebrate special occasions instead of being an everyday occurrence.
• A luncheon usually involves eating with others instead of eating alone.
• Luncheons are typically held at elegant places and never at one's desk or in a company's breakroom.
• Luncheons are often planned in advance.
• There might be a keynote speaker or a presentation at a luncheon but not at a casual lunch.

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