Salisbury steak

American  

noun

1. ground beef, sometimes mixed with other foods, shaped like a hamburger patty and broiled or fried, often garnished or served with a sauce.

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Etymology

Origin of Salisbury steak

1895–1900, named after J. H. Salisbury (1823–1905), U.S. dietitian, who promoted the eating of such steaks

Example Sentences

Then, they would lunch on Salisbury steak and Jell-O platters at Schaber’s Cafeteria.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2025

I had some ground chicken and a ton of mushrooms in the fridge . . . and that's when it hit me: Why not make Salisbury "steak" out of ground poultry?

From Salon • Jan. 26, 2024

My Wisconsin-raised consultant deemed the overall effect “legit Midwest supper club,” and the menu matches, with some straying — e.g., a kale Caesar alongside Salisbury steak.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 22, 2023

“But Salisbury steak is ultimately all about the gravy, and this one is a winner,” she writes.

From Washington Post • Jul. 12, 2022

Like a combo of tater tots, bad pizza, Salisbury steak, waxy red apples, and spoiled milk.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell