Salisbury steak

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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Salisbury steak¹

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