Meaning of the word sandwich in English

What does sandwich mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sandwich

US /ˈsæn.wɪtʃ/

UK /ˈsæn.wɪdʒ/

an item of food consisting of two pieces of bread with a filling between them, eaten as a light meal.

Example:

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I'll have a ham and cheese sandwich for lunch.

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She packed a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for her son's school lunch.

Synonym:

sub hoagie grinder hero club sandwich

to insert or squeeze (something) between two other things.

Example:

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He tried to sandwich his car into the tight parking spot.

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The small shop was sandwiched between two tall buildings.

Synonym:

squeeze cram wedge insert press