Meaning Of The Word Soft-boiled

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Soft-boiled Meaning

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Soft-boiled Definition

What's The Definition Of Soft-boiled?

soft-boiled
adjective: A soft-boiled egg is one that has been boiled for only a few minutes, so that the yellow part is still liquid.

soft-boiled in American English
boiled only a short time so that the yolk is still soft
adjective: boiled in the shell just long enough for the yolk and white to partially solidify, usually three or four minutes

soft-boiled in British English
adjective: (of an egg) boiled for a short time so that the yolk is still soft

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