hamburger

[ˈhæmˌbɜːrɡər]

hamburger Definition

a flat round cake of minced beef that is fried or grilled and typically served in a bread roll; a sandwich consisting of a hamburger patty in a bun.

Using hamburger: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hamburger" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'll have a hamburger with fries, please.

  • Example

    He ordered a cheeseburger instead of a hamburger.

  • Example

    The restaurant serves the best hamburgers in town.

hamburger Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hamburger

Phrases with hamburger

  • veggie burger

    a vegetarian burger made from vegetables, grains, and other non-meat ingredients

    Example

    I prefer to eat veggie burgers instead of hamburgers.

  • double burger

    a hamburger with two beef patties instead of one

    Example

    I'm really hungry, so I think I'll order a double burger.

  • a hamburger with a slice of cheese on top of the patty

    Example

    I always order a cheeseburger with extra pickles.

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Summary: hamburger in Brief

A 'hamburger' [ˈhæmˌbɜːrɡər] is a flat round cake of minced beef that is fried or grilled and typically served in a bread roll. It is also known as a 'burger' and can be customized with various toppings and sauces. Phrases like 'veggie burger' and 'double burger' denote variations of the classic hamburger.

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