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hamburger

1 of 1noun
/ˈhæmbɝɡɚ/
Forms:hamburgers
1

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

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  • He topped his hamburger with blue cheese.
  • I ordered a hamburger with extra pickles.
  • She prefers her hamburger with cheese and bacon.
  • The hamburger at this restaurant is famous in the city.
  • We grilled hamburgers for the backyard party.
2

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

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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.

  • 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.
  • He prefers to season his hamburger with a blend of spices before shaping them into patties for grilling.
  • The recipe calls for a pound of hamburger to be mixed with onions and breadcrumbs for meatballs.
  • She bought a package of frozen hamburger to use in tonight's dinner.
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