burger

noun

bur·​ger ˈbər-gər How to pronounce burger (audio)
1
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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What strikes me most is not any one definition of burger music but the relentless discourse around it. Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 8 May 2026 Denny’s also has a burger topped with a mozzarella stick and tomato sauce that is only available in a handful of locations. Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 8 May 2026 As of April 21, the chain has said, there are now 10 items on that side of the order board that cost less than $3, including the McDouble burger. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026 The burger became a viral sensation after Kempczinski posted a video of himself taking a nibble from one and was mocked for his tentative bite. Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for burger

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of burger was in 1937

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“Burger.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/burger. Accessed 11 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

burger

noun
bur·​ger ˈbər-gər How to pronounce burger (audio)
1
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

2 of 2

biographical name (2)

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

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