scrambled eggs

American  

plural noun

1. eggs cooked in a pan while stirring, usually after the whites and yolks have been mixed together, sometimes with milk.

2. Military Slang. military gold braid, especially that decorating the brim of an officer's hat.

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Etymology

Origin of scrambled eggs

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

There’s also my go-to dining hall omelette and scrambled eggs, made with butter, crumbled feta cheese, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and Old Bay seasoning.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

I like typical scrambled eggs, bacon, avocado toast and sometimes a bagel.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

Andrew says the "worst offenders" include cereal, scrambled eggs, or starchy food with protein-heavy residues.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

Earlier this year, Cal-Maine acquired Echo Lake Foods, which makes ready-to-eat breakfast foods, such as omelets, scrambled eggs, and pancakes.

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

I would eat pumpkin spice scrambled eggs in the middle of October.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner