Definition

A type of sandwich that consists of a cooked beef patty placed inside a sliced bun, usually topped with melted cheese and other ingredients like lettuce, tomato, and condiments.

Example

I ordered a cheeseburger with extra cheese and pickles.

Conversation

Have you tried the new diner in town?

Not yet, but I've heard they make an amazing cheeseburger.

We should go there for lunch and split a cheeseburger!

That sounds like a great idea — I can't wait to try it!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cheeseburger → It is formed from "cheese" (from Old English *cēse*, meaning a dairy product made from curd) and "burger" (from German *Burg*, meaning a fortified place or town, which evolved into a term for a meat patty). The word "cheeseburger" refers to a burger that includes cheese as a topping.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cheese' as a dairy product and 'burger' as a meat patty — together, they create a delicious sandwich that combines both.

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