mini-burger
|min-i-bur-ger|
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/ˈmɪni ˈbɜːrɡər/
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/ˈmɪni ˈbɜːɡə/
small hamburger
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mini-burger' originates from English, combining 'mini,' meaning 'small,' and 'burger,' a short form of 'hamburger.'
Historical Evolution
'mini-burger' evolved from the concept of 'hamburger,' which itself originated from the German city of Hamburg, where a similar dish was popular.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'burger' referred to a meat patty, but over time it evolved to include the bun and other ingredients, leading to variations like 'mini-burger.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small-sized hamburger, often served as an appetizer or snack.
The restaurant served mini-burgers as part of their appetizer menu.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42