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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But the confluence of the warming oceans with higher water levels and the oversized waves saw the burger joint’s patio and dining room filled with ankle-deep water. — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026 The burger chain began in 2001 as a hot dog cart in New York City's Madison Square Park, launched by restaurateur Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group to support a public art project. — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2026 Wendy's, founded in 1969 by Dave Thomas and named after his daughter, is known for its square burgers and Frosty desserts. — ABC News, 28 Oct. 2026 The restaurant also sold some of the region’s first brisket burgers. — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Oct. 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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