Overbeat
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Overbeat is a verb meaning (transitive) To beat (eggs, cream, etc.) for too long, impairing the texture.
Meaning
(transitive) To beat (eggs, cream, etc.) for too long, impairing the texture.
Example Sentences
Beat egg whites with an electric mixer or a whisk until stiff peaks form, but do not overbeat.
Word Forms
- overbeats
- overbeating
- overbeaten
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include overwhip, over-egg, overbake, overbrew, overcook, overdo.
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