burger

noun

bur·​ger ˈbər-gər 

1

: hamburger

2

: a sandwich similar to a hamburger

tofu burgers

—often used in combination

Examples of burger in a Sentence

I'll have a burger with fries, please.

Recent Examples on the Web

By stepping away from the kitchen, people are finding new ways to connect and celebrate—whether that's over dim sum, a short stack of pancakes, or a dive bar burger. —Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024

Foods available during the festivities will include Indian Tacos, Buffalo burgers, corn soup, roasted corn and more. —Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024

The discounts continue on Dec. 22 with a free avocado bacon burger. —Luke Chinman, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024

Within a big open dining area underneath a cathedral ceiling, sturdy stone walls and antler light fixtures, this place supplies tourists and locals with burgers, soups, sandwiches, tacos and plenty of other American comfort food. —Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 19 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing burger

• smash burger
• veggie burger

Kids Definition

burger

noun

bur·​ger ˈbər-gər 

1

: hamburger

2

: a sandwich like a hamburger

veggie burger

Biographical Definition

Burger 1 of 2

biographical name (1)

Bur·​ger ˈbər-gər 

Warren Earl 1907–1995 American jurist; chief justice U.S. Supreme Court (1969–86)

Bürger

2 of 2

biographical name (2)

Bür·​ger ˈbu̇r-gər 

ˈbir-,

ˈbᵫr-

Gottfried August 1747–1794 German poet