Cheeseburger: meaning, definitions and examples

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cheeseburger

 

[หˆtสƒiหzหŒbษœหrษกษ™r ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

fast food

A cheeseburger is a hamburger topped with a slice of cheese. It is a popular fast food item that typically consists of a grilled beef patty, melted cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, ketchup, and mustard, all sandwiched between a bun.

Synonyms

cheese patty sandwich, hamburger with cheese.

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Word Description / Examples
cheeseburger

Identical to the first entry. Standard usage in any context where someone is talking about a burger with cheese.

  • He loves making homemade cheeseburgers on the grill.
  • The cafeteria offers cheeseburgers every Friday.
hamburger with cheese

More straightforward or explanatory, maybe used in situations where the listener might not know what a cheeseburger is.

  • Can I get a hamburger with cheese, please?
  • For lunch, she packed a hamburger with cheese.
cheese patty sandwich

Sounds more formal or descriptive, perhaps used in a menu or a more formal restaurant setting.

  • Today's special is a gourmet cheese patty sandwich with truffle aioli.
  • The chef recommends trying the new cheese patty sandwich.

Examples of usage

  • The cheeseburger was delicious and juicy.
  • She ordered a cheeseburger with extra cheese.
  • I always crave a cheeseburger from that fast food chain.
  • The cheeseburger came with a side of fries.
  • He couldn't resist the temptation of a cheeseburger.

Interesting Facts

Historical Origins

  • The cheeseburger is believed to have been invented in the 1920s in the United States, with various claims to its origin.
  • One claim comes from a restaurant in California called 'ๅŽจๅ…ต.' A cook, Lionel Stein, accidentally added cheese to a burger, creating the first cheeseburger.
  • Another story attributes the creation to the Denver, Colorado area, as a local diner offered cheese on hamburgers at that time.

Pop Culture

  • In 1930, the cheeseburger was featured in an advertisement by a popular fast-food chain, helping it gain national attention.
  • The first official 'Cheeseburger Day' is celebrated on September 18th each year in the U.S. โ€“ a fun day for burger lovers!
  • Animation and pop culture have embraced this meal, featuring it frequently in cartoons and films as a symbol of American food.

Nutrition

  • A typical cheeseburger provides protein from the meat and calcium from the cheese, making it a source of essential nutrients.
  • However, cheeseburgers can also be high in calories and saturated fats if consumed in large quantities, so it's good to enjoy them in moderation.
  • Different toppings can change the nutrition profile, like adding lettuce and tomato for extra vitamins.

Global Variations

  • Many countries have their unique takes on the cheeseburger, such as the 'poutine burger' in Canada, topped with fries and cheese curds.
  • In Japan, 'teriyaki burgers' are popular, featuring grilled chicken or beef with a sweet soy sauce glaze.
  • Australia offers 'burger with the lot,' which comes with a variety of toppings like beetroot, pineapple, and fried eggs.

Culinary Techniques

  • Cooking methods for cheeseburgers include grilling, broiling, or pan-frying, each lending a unique flavor and texture.
  • To achieve perfect cheese melt, placing the cheese on the patty just before it's done cooking and covering it can be very effective.
  • Different types of cheese can dramatically alter the taste, with options ranging from classic cheddar to blue cheese for a more gourmet experience.

Translations

Translations of the word "cheeseburger" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cheeseburger

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๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Cheeseburger

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ cheeseburger

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๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ cheeseburger

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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cheeseburger

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cheeseburger

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cheeseburger

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๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cheeseburger

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ cheeseburger

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๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ cheeseburger

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ cheeseburger

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๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cheeseburger