cheeseburgers

word · lemma: cheeseburger

Definition

A cheeseburger is a hamburger with a slice of cheese added to the meat patty. It is a popular fast food item, usually served in a bun with various toppings like lettuce, tomato, and ketchup.

Usage & Nuances

Often used in the plural for ordering or discussing food ('two cheeseburgers'). The word is informal and mostly found in fast food contexts. Common collocations: 'order cheeseburgers', 'make cheeseburgers at home', 'double cheeseburgers'. Not to be confused with hamburgers (which may not contain cheese).

Example Sentences

I love eating cheeseburgers for lunch.

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She ordered two cheeseburgers and a soda.

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Cheeseburgers are popular at fast food restaurants.

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Can you make homemade cheeseburgers tonight?

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Whenever I'm in a hurry, I grab a couple of cheeseburgers on the go.

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My friends and I always get cheeseburgers after soccer practice.

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