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soft-boil

[ sawft-boil, soft- ]

verb (used with object)

  1. to boil (an egg) just long enough for the yolk and white to partially solidify, usually three or four minutes.


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Example Sentences

If it sets too hard add a little water, if it is too soft boil down until it is thick enough to set.

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