burger

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun British English · Dialect

n. in some countries, any sandwich served in a round bun, even if it is just a piece of chicken.

n. a broader classification in British, Australian, and Indian English for any hot sandwich served in a bun, regardless of whether the filling is a ground patty.

“He decided to have a spicy chicken burger instead of a beef one.”

“While North Americans might call it a chicken sandwich, most people in the UK would refer to it as a chicken burger if it comes in a round bun.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Slang · Dialect

n. a person from a wealthy family who tries to act like they are from a Western country.

n. a derogatory slang term used to describe a wealthy, upper-class individual who adopts Western habits and speech patterns.

“The local kids called him a burger because he only spoke English and ate at expensive cafes.”

“The term burger is frequently used in social commentary to critique the disconnect between the westernized elite and the rest of the population.”