Burger: meaning, definitions and examples

General term for a sandwich consisting of a cooked patty, usually beef, placed inside a sliced bread roll or bun.

• I’m in the mood for a burger tonight.
• Can I get a classic burger with fries?

A specific type of burger that traditionally uses ground beef patties. Often used interchangeably with 'burger' but might emphasize it being plain or traditional.

• She prefers a simple hamburger without any fancy toppings.
• The restaurant's hamburger was delightful, just like the classic.

Specifically refers to a burger with added cheese.

• He ordered a cheeseburger with extra cheese and bacon.
• Are you craving a cheeseburger or just a plain burger?

Used in general to refer to a sandwich consisting of one or more cooked patties of ground meat, usually beef, placed inside a sliced bread roll or bun. Often when the type of meat or content isn't specified.

• Let's go grab a burger for lunch
• The new restaurant downtown serves the best burgers

Refers to a burger that is made primarily from vegetables, legumes, grains, and other plant-based ingredients. Usually focuses on the healthy and vegetarian-friendly aspects.

• I always get the veggie burger because it's healthier
• Veggie burgers are a great option for vegetarians at a BBQ

Used to describe a burger made from ingredients that come from plants, often designed to mimic the taste and texture of meat. This term is preferred when emphasizing the non-meat origin of the patty.

• They make a delicious plant-based burger that even meat-eaters love
• He's trying to reduce his meat intake, so he ordered a plant-based burger