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Egg cup
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a small cup or bowl, usually made of ceramic or porcelain, used to hold a boiled egg upright
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
singular
not gender specific
Plural form
egg cups
What is an "egg cup"?
An egg cup is a small, usually cylindrical or cup-shaped holder designed to hold a boiled or poached egg upright while it is being eaten. It typically features a wider base for stability and a narrower top to hold the egg securely. Egg cups can be made from various materials such as porcelain, ceramic, glass, wood, or plastic, and they come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and designs to suit different preferences and décor styles.
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