cheeseburger

noun

cheese·​burg·​er ˈchēz-ˌbər-gər How to pronounce cheeseburger (audio)
: a hamburger topped with a slice of cheese

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However, when sampled alongside a cheeseburger, the meaty flavor is more apparent — especially as a complement to the main course. Stacy Lambe, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026 Over the last several years, luxury hospitality has increasingly embraced high-low dining culture, where caviar service exists alongside cheeseburgers, martinis are paired with french fries, and comfort food has become just as much of a status symbol as fine dining tasting menus. Amber Love Bond, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026 The cheeseburger combo is served with tater tots or fries. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2026 Instead of making individual cheeseburgers for dinner, make this comforting dish that has all the elements of your favorite burger. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for cheeseburger

Word History

Etymology

cheese + hamburger

First Known Use

1928, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cheeseburger was in 1928

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“Cheeseburger.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cheeseburger. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.

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cheeseburger

noun
cheese·​burg·​er ˈchēz-ˌbər-gər How to pronounce cheeseburger (audio)
: a hamburger topped with a slice of cheese

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