Where did the word lunch come from?

The word "lunch" has an interesting history. It's believed to have originated from the Old Norse word "hveiti" which means "wheat." This word evolved into the Middle English "lunche" and then "lunch."

While "hveiti" refers to wheat, it's thought that "lunche" was used to describe a small, quick meal, often made with bread (which is made from wheat). This makes sense as bread was a staple food for many people during that time period.

Over time, the word "lunch" evolved to refer to any midday meal, regardless of what was being eaten.

Here's a breakdown of the word's journey:

* Old Norse: "hveiti" (wheat)

* Middle English: "lunche" (small meal, possibly with bread)

* Modern English: "lunch" (midday meal)