smashburger

American

[smash-burg-er] / ˈsmæʃˌbɜrg ər /

noun

plural

smashburgers

Cooking. a hamburger with a patty that is cooked by pressing it very thin onto a hot griddle or cooking surface.

Example Sentences

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On June 12, agents dined at the Silver Lake location of local smashburger chain the Win-Dow.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2025

Nearby, at the stall of lauded smashburger spot For the Win, a yellow, hand-written sign read, “Due to current events, we will be closing early.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2025

Some of the other terms related to food and how it is made are "emping," a slightly bitter cracker or chip popular in Indonesia; "jollof rice," the storied West African dish; "smashburger" and "zhuzh."

From Salon • Oct. 4, 2023

Cheffy and smashburger are also on the list, with the former describing qualities of a professional chef and the latter being the process of pressing a hamburger patty onto a heated grill.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 27, 2023

In the mood for a smashburger at Walters or want to enjoy the riverside view at happy hour at the Salt Line?

From Washington Post • Feb. 9, 2022

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