hamburger
UK: ˈhæmˌbɜːɡə | US: ˈhæmˌbɜːrɡər
n. a cooked patty of ground beef, typically served in a sliced bun
n. (informal) a sandwich resembling a hamburger but made with other meats or substitutes
hamburger = hamburg<city of Hamburg> + er<noun suffix indicating origin/association>
- hamburg: Refers to Hamburg, Germany, where the precursor to the modern hamburger (a minced beef dish) originated.
- er: A suffix denoting association (e.g., "Londoner" for someone from London).
Etymology Origin:
The word "hamburger" traces back to the German city of Hamburg, where minced beef (known as "Hamburg steak") was popular in the 19th century. German immigrants brought the dish to the U.S., where it evolved into a sandwich. The "-er" suffix signifies its origin, though the modern hamburger bears little resemblance to its namesake dish.
She ordered a cheeseburger but got a plain hamburger by mistake.
The diner is famous for its juicy hamburgers and crispy fries.
He prefers plant-based hamburgers for environmental reasons.
The hamburger was invented in America, not Germany.
They grilled hamburgers for the backyard barbecue.