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

There are also larger plates on offer, like a short rib blend burger and hot dog topped with caviar. — Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026

On the menu at the restaurant will be dishes such as prime rib, a dry-aged burger, and oysters, all inviting its guests to rediscover their favorite nibbles. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2026

Brisket burgers and tequila slushies with Mexico City vibes, yes! — Irene Kim, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2026

Over the years, many of the variations in preparation for our basic menu items were given names, usually by the customers who frequently ordered their burgers that way. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing burger

• nothing-burger
• smash burger
• veggie burger

Rhymes for burger

• burgher
• turgor

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 ˈbᵫr-gər 

ˈbu̇r-, 

ˈbir-

Gottfried August 1747–1794 German poet