treated egg

noun

UK /ˈtriːtɪd ɛɡ/

US /ˈtriːtɪd ɛɡ/

An egg that has been changed or prepared in a special way.

The chef used a treated egg to make the sauce last longer.

SYNONYMS

processed egg prepared egg preserved egg modified egg

RELATED WORDS

egg preservation coating food processing shell

OTHER MEANINGS

2. An egg given a protective coating or wash to keep it fresh.

The farm sells treated eggs that stay good for weeks.

3. An egg used in a scientific or medical process after special handling.

The lab stored the treated egg for the experiment.

4. An egg cooked or flavored in a particular way before serving.

She ordered a treated egg with herbs on top.