Why Is It Called Elevenses?
A Colloquial Expression Which Entered the English Language in the Late 18Th Century, Meaning a Light Refreshment Taken at About 11 O'clock in the Morning...
a colloquial expression which entered the English language in the late 18th century, meaning a light refreshment taken at about 11 o'clock in the morning. ... His 'morning draught', usually alcoholic, was probably taken at around 9 o'clock—as his working day started as early as 4 a.m. in the summer.
What does the British term elevenses mean?
British. : light refreshment (such as a snack) taken in the middle of the morning.
Did Tolkien invent elevenses?
The term is now kind of antiquated, and I don't think it sees much currency, but Tolkien definitely did not invent it. It dates back to at least the late nineteenth century. The term sounds quaint, but it's equivalent to a mid-morning coffee break, which isn't uncommon in the US.
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