Eggshell
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɛɡʃɛl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Eggshell is a noun meaning The shell around an egg.
Meaning
The shell around an egg.
More Meanings
- A pale off-white colour, like that of the eggshell of many chickens.
- Of a pale yellowish-whitish colour, like that of the eggshell.
- Exhibiting the thinness, translucency or near-transparency, and fragility of an eggshell.
- Very matt, having a low reflexivity, like an eggshell.
Example Sentences
eggshell porcelain
The ceiling panels are in off-white eggshell semi-matt finish.
This clear varnish is available in gloss, matt and eggshell finishes.
Like Egge-ſhels mou'd upon their Surges, crack'd / As eaſily ’gainſt our Rockes.
Word Forms
- eggshells
Synonyms for eggshell
Depending on context, synonyms include shell.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include shell, cup, ecru, shelled, egg, scallop.
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