Definition of eggshell
1 : the hard exterior covering of an egg
2 : something resembling an eggshell especially in fragility
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Recent Examples of eggshell from the Web
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Each will be walking on eggshells, hoping to avoid the appearance of contention, which would only play into North Korea’s favor.
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Concern over the national symbol began when the giant birds of prey were on the cusp of extinction following attacks on multiple fronts, like loss of habitat and the devastating effects of DDT pesticide on eggshells.
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Eggshells and pieces of bricks were found near the vehicle.
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Those 13 years of walking on eggshells and fear of ridicule were a study in human psychology better than any textbook could offer.
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Here’s the full list from the city’s website: leaves and branches, grass clippings, fruits and vegetables, yard and garden cleanup, coffee grounds and filters, tea bags, eggshells, pine cones and needles.
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Straw-colored with an eggshell white head, Bonito has a wispy body and toasted Wonder Bread flavors gently nipped by herbal hops.
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According to the Lake Bluff village website, acceptable food scraps for composting include fruits, vegetables, bread, grains, pasta, cereal, non-liquid dairy products, eggshells, coffee and tea leaves.
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The species suffered a' massive decline in the 20th century, brought about in large part by the pesticide DDT, which weakened eagles' eggshells and led to the eggs being crushed by the parents' weight.
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First Known Use of eggshell
14th century
eggshell
Definition of eggshell
1 : thin and fragile
2 : slightly glossy
3 : yellowish white
First Known Use of eggshell
1835
EGGSHELL Defined for English Language Learners
eggshell
playDefinition of eggshell for English Language Learners
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: the hard outside part of an egg : the shell of an egg
EGGSHELL Defined for Kids
eggshell
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: the shell of an egg
Medical Dictionary
eggshell
playMedical Definition of eggshell
: the hard exterior covering of an egg
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