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Good egg
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someone who is genuinely a good person
Approving
Idiom
Informal
Old use
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
good eggs
What is the origin of the idiom "good egg" and when to use it?
The exact origin of the idiom "good egg" is uncertain, but it dates back to at least the early 20th century. It is often used in informal or casual conversations to express admiration or approval of someone's character. It is a way of acknowledging and appreciating someone's positive traits and behavior.
Examples
He's a good egg, always ready to lend a hand to anyone in need.
