scrambled eggs
Americanplural noun
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eggs cooked in a pan while stirring, usually after the whites and yolks have been mixed together, sometimes with milk.
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Military Slang. military gold braid, especially that decorating the brim of an officer's hat.
Etymology
Origin of scrambled eggs
First recorded in 1860–65
Example Sentences
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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
I like typical scrambled eggs, bacon, avocado toast and sometimes a bagel.
From Los Angeles Times
A little lemon zest can perk up even the simplest of dishes, like scrambled eggs.
From Salon
Andrew says the "worst offenders" include cereal, scrambled eggs, or starchy food with protein-heavy residues.
From BBC
Jay makes scrambled eggs and bagels for us, then we talk about what’s going to happen that day, and laze around until lunchtime.
From Los Angeles Times
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