Definitions for sandwich
ˈsænd wɪtʃ, ˈsæn-sand·wich

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:3.0 / 2 votes

1. sandwichverb

   two (or more) slices of bread with a filling between them

2. sandwichverb

   make into a sandwich

3. sandwichverb

   insert or squeeze tightly between two people or objects

   "She was sandwiched in her airplane seat between two fat men"

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. sandwichnoun

   A snack formed of various ingredients between two slices of bread

   cheese sandwich

2. sandwichnoun

   An open sandwich

3. sandwichnoun

   Any combination formed by layering material of one type between two layers of material of another type

4. sandwichverb

   To place one item between two other, usually flat, items

5. sandwichverb

   To put or set something between two others, in time.

6. sandwichadjective

   Of a meal or serving size that is smaller than a dinner.

7. Sandwichnoun

   a town in Kent, south-east England, one of the historic Cinque Ports

8. Sandwichnoun

   an English habitational surname originating from this town

9. Sandwichnoun

   one of several younger towns named after the town in Kent or after a person bearing the surname:

10. Etymology: Named after its supposed inventor, the Earl of Sandwich (see Sandwich).

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Sandwich

   A sandwich is a food typically consisting of vegetables, sliced cheese or meat, placed on or between slices of bread, or more generally any dish wherein bread serves as a container or wrapper for another food type. The sandwich began as a portable, convenient finger food in the Western world, though over time it has become prevalent worldwide. In the 21st century there has been considerable debate over the precise definition of sandwich; and specifically whether a hot dog or open sandwich can be categorized as such. In the United States, the Department of Agriculture and the Food and Drug Administration are the responsible agencies. The USDA uses the definition, "at least 35% cooked meat and no more than 50% bread" for closed sandwiches, and "at least 50% cooked meat" for open sandwiches. In Britain, the British Sandwich Association defines a sandwich as "any form of bread with a filling, generally assembled cold", a definition which includes wraps and bagels, but excludes dishes assembled and served hot, such as burgers.Sandwiches are a popular type of lunch food, taken to work, school, or picnics to be eaten as part of a packed lunch. The bread may be plain or be coated with condiments, such as mayonnaise or mustard, to enhance its flavour and texture. As well as being homemade, sandwiches are also widely sold in various retail outlets and can be served hot or cold. There are both savoury sandwiches, such as deli meat sandwiches, and sweet sandwiches, such as a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. The sandwich is named after its supposed inventor, John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich. The Wall Street Journal has described it as Britain's "biggest contribution to gastronomy".

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Sandwichnoun

   two pieces of bread and butter with a thin slice of meat, cheese, or the like, between them

2. Sandwichverb

   to make into a sandwich; also, figuratively, to insert between portions of something dissimilar; to form of alternate parts or things, or alternating layers of a different nature; to interlard

3. Etymology: [Named from the Earl of Sandwich.]

FreebaseRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Sandwich

   A sandwich is a food item consisting of two or more slices of bread with one or more fillings between them. Sandwiches are a widely popular type of lunch food, typically taken to work, school, or picnics to be eaten as part of a packed lunch. The bread can be used as it is, or it can be coated with any condiments to enhance flavour and texture. They are also widely sold in restaurants and cafes, served hot or cold. Thought to be the namesake of John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich, following the claim that he was the eponymous inventor of the sandwich.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Sandwich

   sand′wich, n. two slices of bread with ham, &c., between, said to be named from the fourth Earl of Sandwich (1718-92), who had such brought to him at the gaming-table that he might play on without stopping.—v.t. to lay or place between two layers, to fit tight between two objects.—n. Sand′wich-man, a man who perambulates the streets between two advertising boards.

The Nuttall EncyclopediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Sandwich

   one of the old Cinque Ports (q. v.) in Kent, on the Stour, and once on the sea, but now, by the receding of the sea, 2 m. distant; 12 m. E. of Canterbury; an interesting place of many historical associations; has a splendid golf course, which attracts summer visitors.

The Foolish Dictionary, by Gideon WurdzRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. SANDWICH

   An unsuccessful attempt to make both ends meat.

Editors ContributionRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. sandwich

   A type of food.

   A nice sandwich is a real joy.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on March 17, 2020  

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Etymology and OriginsRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Sandwich

   The sand village.

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1. • Insert
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British National Corpus

1. Written Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'sandwich' in Written Corpus Frequency: #3548

2. Nouns Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'sandwich' in Nouns Frequency: #1972

How to pronounce sandwich?

1. Alex

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   David

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   Mark

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   Daniel

   British

   Libby

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   Mia

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   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

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   Natasha

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   Veena

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   Priya

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   Neerja

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   Zira

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   Oliver

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   Wendy

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   Fred

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of sandwich in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of sandwich in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of sandwich in a Sentence

1. Marc Gorlin:

   We will continue to build out the Roadie community to make same-day delivery over hundreds of miles a reality. We want it to be as easy and convenient, to get big, bulky, hard-to-handle stuff delivered hundreds of miles, as it is to get a sandwich delivered down the street.

2. Mona Scott:

   I used to live in New York, and they had cooling centers where people that was homeless could come in in the daytime to keep from being out in the heat, drink water, maybe get a sandwich and a snack. And I ain't never seen that down here [ in Atlanta ], i think they [ city planners ] should plant trees in hot areas, especially around bus stops. I think they need to open up some kind of center, you know, to help keep people cool.

3. Vance Havner:

   If they had a social gospel in the days of the prodigal son, somebody would have given him a bed and a sandwich and he never would have gone home.

4. Robert Hertzberg:

   You’ve got kids today who go to school and they get their hot lunches taken away from them because their parents haven’t paid the bill, and they get replaced — here in Los Angeles where I’m from — with half a sandwich and four ounces of juice, what I’m trying to do is just re-adjust the law in a way that says you can’t do that.

5. Burger King:

   Flame-grilling is what gives the Whopper sandwich its iconic taste, and what makes it America’s favorite burger. And to prove it, Burger King created a series of print ads that showcase some unexpected flame-grill owners.

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