Meaning & Definition of word "Hamburger"

Hamburger

/ˈhæmˌbɜːr.ɡər/

noun:

  • 1. A round, flat patty of ground meat, typically beef, that is cooked and placed inside a sliced bun, often served with various condiments and toppings.
    • Example: I ordered a cheeseburger with extra pickles and onions.
  • 2. A sandwich consisting of a cooked patty placed in a split bread roll or bun.
    • Example: During the barbecue, we grilled more than a dozen hamburgers for our friends.
  • 3. A fast-food item that usually includes a hamburger patty, lettuce, tomato, and other toppings.
    • Example: We stopped at the drive-thru to grab a hamburger for lunch.

Etymology

The term 'hamburger' derives from 'Hamburg', a city in Germany, where a similar style of steak was popular.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hamburger joint:

A casual restaurant that specializes in serving hamburgers.

make it a double:

To request two patties instead of one in a hamburger.

hold the mayo:

A phrase used to request that mayonnaise be omitted from a hamburger.

Related Words

patty:

A small flattened cake of ground meat or other food.

bun:

A small, soft bread roll, often used for sandwiches.

Slang Meanings of hamburger

Meaning: Slang for an exaggerated or oversized hamburger.

Example Sentence: That place serves monster burgers!

Meaning: A term for a hamburger that is loaded with toppings.

Example Sentence: I love a fully loaded burger with everything!