egg
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A1
/ɛɡ/
oval object
Etymology
Etymology Information
'egg' originates from Old Norse, specifically the word 'egg,' where it meant 'egg.'
Historical Evolution
'egg' changed from the Old English word 'æg' and eventually became the modern English word 'egg'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'an egg,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an oval or round object laid by a female bird, reptile, fish, or invertebrate, usually containing a developing embryo.
The hen laid an egg this morning.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35