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Egg Definition & Meaning

1. An oval or round object laid by a female bird, reptile, or fish, containing a developing embryo.

Example: The hen laid an egg this morning.

2. A cell produced by a female mammal that can develop into an embryo if fertilized by a sperm.

Example: The doctor explained the process of fertilization and how an egg can become a baby.

3. To beat or whisk eggs in order to cook them or incorporate them into a dish.

Example: She cracked the eggs into a bowl and began to whisk them for the omelet.

4. A symbol of new life or potential.

Example: The easter egg represents new beginnings and hope for the future.

5. A slang term for a person who is acting cowardly or timid.

Example: Don't be such an egg, stand up for yourself!

Examples of the word egg used in sentences.

  • The hen just laid an egg in the coop.
  • I found a cracked egg in the carton and had to throw it away.
  • My mom taught me how to boil an egg perfectly.
  • The omelette I made for lunch was filled with cheese and vegetables.
  • I want to have an egg and toast for breakfast.
  • She cracked an egg into the frying pan.
  • The Easter bunny brings decorative eggs.
  • Eggs are a great source of protein.
  • I like my eggs sunny side up.
  • The recipe calls for two beaten eggs.
  • It's amazing how a tiny bird can lay an egg almost as big as itself. (nature)
  • The chef cracked the egg carefully over the pan, making sure not to break the yolk. (cooking)
  • She was nervous about boiling the eggs for the Easter egg hunt, but they turned out perfectly. (holiday)
  • I like my eggs cooked sunny-side up with a side of crispy bacon. (food)
  • The omelet was filled with cheese, spinach, and mushrooms - a perfect breakfast for a busy day. (food)
  • The farmer produced nutritious eggs from his pasture-raised hens for his loyal customers.
  • The scientist demonstrated how the eggshell dissolves in vinegar due to the acid reaction.
  • A twisted ankle on the egg hunt made Easter a forgettable holiday for the little girl.
  • Despite being a vegetarian, she couldn't resist the aroma of an egg omelet at breakfast.
  • The chef used fresh eggs to make the perfect hollandaise sauce for the eggs benedict.
  • The surgeon warned the patient that the egg-sized tumor would require immediate removal.
  • The baker forgot to add the eggs to the cake batter, and it turned out dry and crumbly.
  • The museum displayed a rare and delicate Fabergé egg, encrusted with diamonds and emeralds.
  • For breakfast, I like my eggs scrambled with a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
  • The vegan substitute for eggs in baking is a mixture of ground flaxseeds and water.
  • After my grandfather passed away, my grandmother gave me his old egg beater, which I treasure to this day.
  • The new organic farm down the road offers eggs that are so brightly colored and flavorful, they're like nothing you can find in a grocery store.
  • I was so nervous before my big presentation that I couldn't even eat breakfast, but my coworker managed to convince me to at least have a hard-boiled egg to give me some protein and energy.
  • As a seasoned chef, I can tell you that homemade pasta dough made with freshly cracked eggs is simply unbeatable.
  • As a biologist, I find it fascinating to watch the development of an embryo in an egg, from the initial cell divisions to the eventual hatching of a complex organism.
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