Question

Which type of word formation process is used in the word ‘brunch’?

• A. Clipping
• B. Blending
• C. Compounding
• D. Borrowing

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Blending

The word "brunch" is formed through a process called blending; it combines parts of the words "breakfast" and "lunch" to create a new word with a combined meaning. 

• Blending: This word formation process involves merging parts of two words to create a new word, like "smog" (smoke + fog) or "motel" (motor + hotel). 

Key points about "brunch":

• Origin:

  "Brunch" is a combination of "breakfast" and "lunch", taking the beginning of "breakfast" and the end of "lunch".

• Meaning:

  It refers to a meal eaten late in the morning that combines elements of both breakfast and lunch.