Eggs: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ฅ
eggs
[ ษษกz ]
food item
Eggs are oval or round objects produced by female birds, reptiles, insects, and some mammals, containing a developing embryo and food supply. They are widely consumed by humans and are a significant source of protein and other essential nutrients. Eggs can be cooked in various ways, including boiling, frying, and baking. They are also a key ingredient in many dishes and recipes, such as omelets, cakes, and sauces.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I love scrambled eggs for breakfast.
- The recipe calls for two eggs and some flour.
- She ordered a dozen eggs from the grocery store.
Translations
Translations of the word "eggs" in other languages:
๐ต๐น ovos
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคเคกเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Eier
๐ฎ๐ฉ telur
๐บ๐ฆ ัะนัั
๐ต๐ฑ jaja
๐ฏ๐ต ๅต
๐ซ๐ท ลufs
๐ช๐ธ huevos
๐น๐ท yumurta
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ณ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจูุถ
๐จ๐ฟ vejce
๐ธ๐ฐ vajcia
๐จ๐ณ ้ธก่
๐ธ๐ฎ jajca
๐ฎ๐ธ egg
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถาฑะผัััาะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ แชแฎแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ yumurta
๐ฒ๐ฝ huevos
Etymology
The word 'egg' originates from the Old English 'รฆg', which has roots in the Proto-Germanic '*aiwaz' and the Proto-Indo-European '*oiแธฑs'. Throughout history, eggs have been a staple food in many cultures due to their nutritional value. They have been used by various civilizations dating back to ancient times, where they were seen not only as a food source but also as symbols of fertility and new life. In medieval times, eggs were included in the diet of both the rich and the poor, being relatively easy to obtain and cook. The practice of egg production scaled-up significantly with the domestication of birds like chickens around 2000 years ago. Modern egg farming has further transformed the way we produce and consume eggs, making them readily available year-round.