hamburger

/ˈhæmbɜːrɡər/
noun
  1. A sandwich consisting of a cooked patty of ground meat, usually beef, placed inside a sliced bun, often with toppings such as lettuce, tomato, cheese, and condiments.
    • She grilled hamburgers for the family barbecue.
    • I ordered a hamburger with fries for lunch.
    • The restaurant serves a classic hamburger with pickles and ketchup.
  2. The patty of ground meat used in a hamburger sandwich.
    • He seasoned the hamburger with salt and pepper.
    • The recipe uses a half-pound hamburger for each patty.
    • We formed the hamburger into a round shape before cooking.
  3. Ground beef, especially when sold for making hamburger patties.
    • I bought a pound of hamburger at the grocery store.
    • The hamburger is on sale this week.
    • Use lean hamburger for healthier burgers.
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