egg holder

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An egg holder is a small cup or stand designed to keep a boiled egg upright for eating.

The classic form cradles the egg so it can be cracked open at the top and eaten with a spoon.

Also called an egg cup.

The term may also refer to storage containers or refrigerator trays that keep eggs from rolling: The egg holder in the fridge door was cracked.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G