burger

noun

bur·​ger ˈbər-gər How to pronounce burger (audio)
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.
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And if that means slapping a burger chain's logo on the shoulder, go for it. — Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 June 2026 Tacos, pizza and homemade burgers have been the options so far. — Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 29 June 2026 By the time Andreou reached his apartment, the burger had arrived. — Sebastian Herrera, Fortune, 27 June 2026 Hot dogs, burgers, snacks and beverages will also be available for purchase. — Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for burger

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of burger was in 1937

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burger

noun
bur·​ger ˈbər-gər How to pronounce burger (audio)
1
: hamburger
2
: a sandwich like a hamburger
veggie burger

Biographical Definition

Burger 1 of 2

biographical name (1)

Bur·​ger ˈbər-gər How to pronounce Burger (audio)
Warren Earl 1907–1995 American jurist; chief justice U.S. Supreme Court (1969–86)

Bürger

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biographical name (2)

Bür·​ger ˈbᵫr-gər How to pronounce Bürger (audio)
ˈbu̇r-, 
ˈbir-
Gottfried August 1747–1794 German poet

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