"Burger League" meaning in English

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Proper name

Forms: the Burger League [canonical]
Etymology: In reference to American fast food chains. Head templates: {{en-prop|def=1|head=Burger League}} the Burger League
  1. (neologism, soccer, informal, humorous, sometimes derogatory) Major League Soccer (the MLS); the national professional soccer league in the United States Tags: derogatory, humorous, informal, neologism, sometimes Categories (topical): Football (soccer)
    Sense id: en-Burger_League-en-name-k8YcTL-w Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English neologisms Topics: ball-games, games, hobbies, lifestyle, soccer, sports

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