[alsoC- b-] a light breakfast, usually of rolls and coffee or tea, such as is typically eaten in some countries on the Continent
continental breakfast
continental breakfast
noun
The definition of continental breakfast means a light breakfast with only baked goods and beverages such as coffee or tea.
An example of a continental breakfast is the rolls, juices and beverages served at a conference in the morning.
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continental breakfast
noun
A light breakfast consisting usually of coffee or tea and a roll, pastry, or other baked good.
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Noun
(plural continental breakfasts)
Origin
Named due to its popularity in continental Europe.
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