continental breakfast

noun, often capitalized C

: a light breakfast in a hotel, restaurant, etc., that usually includes baked goods, jam, fruit, and coffee

Full Definition of CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

: a light breakfast (as of rolls or toast and coffee)

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