sandwich /ˈsæn.wɪdʒ/ aep /-wɪtʃ/ noun [C]
A1 two pieces of bread, sometimes spread with butter or margarine, and with some other usually cold food between them:
» a tuna/ham sandwich» a toasted sandwich» a sandwich bar/box» sandwich fillingsThesaurus+: ↑Sandwiches and snacksF0 (ALSO sandwich cake) UK a cake consisting of two thin, round layers with a filling such as cream between them:
» a jam and cream sandwich» a Victoria sandwichThesaurus+: ↑Cakes• • •
Extra Examples:» a cheese sandwich» I just have a sandwich at midday.» I made him some sandwiches to take with him.» They sell sandwiches and rolls.» What would you like in your sandwich?