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burgers

n. countable
A1 Beginner US //ˈbɝɡɝz// UK //bˈɜːɡəz// burg·ers

n. round patties of ground meat or vegetables that are cooked and served inside a sliced bun. You often eat them with cheese, lettuce, and sauces.

n. dishes consisting of a flat, round patty of minced meat or plant-based protein, typically grilled or fried and served within a split bread roll. Plural form of the common culinary term.


SIMPLE

We are grilling burgers in the backyard for dinner.

CONTEXTUAL

The restaurant is famous for its gourmet burgers topped with caramelized onions and blue cheese.

COMPLEX

While traditional beef burgers remain a staple of the menu, the chef has introduced several plant-based burgers to accommodate the growing demand for vegetarian options.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'burger'; frequently used as a collective term for the meal itself.

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