Definition & Meaning of "hamburger"in English

Hamburger

NOUN

a sandwich consisting of a cooked patty made from ground beef, served between two buns

Dialect

American

beefburger

British

Examples

He topped his hamburger with blue cheese.

I ordered a hamburger with extra pickles.

cow's meat that has been finely chopped or ground using a machine or grinder

Dialect

American

What is "hamburger"?

A hamburger refers to meat from a cow that has been finely chopped or ground using a machine or grinder. It is commonly used as a key ingredient in making burgers, meatballs, meatloaf, and other dishes. It is versatile and can be seasoned with various herbs, spices, and condiments to enhance its flavor.

Examples

He enjoys making his own hamburgers from scratch, starting with grinding the beef himself.

The chef used freshly ground hamburger in the chili con carne recipe, adding depth and richness to the dish.

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