egg-slice

She uses an egg-slice to serve a portion of the omelette.

Definition

Noun:
- A kitchen utensil: An "egg-slice" is a flat, slotted, spatula-like tool used primarily for lifting and serving fried eggs, omelettes, or other delicate foods without breaking them.

Usage Examples

• (The tool helped transfer the egg intact.)
• (Describes the design and function of the utensil.)

Advanced Usage

• "to flip with an egg-slice": To turn over a food item (like an omelette or pancake) using this utensil.
  • He flipped the omelette with an egg-slice in one smooth motion. (He turned the omelette over skillfully.)

Variants and Related Words

• Egg slice (noun): Another spelling of the same word; a flat kitchen tool for serving eggs.
  • The chef preferred a flexible egg slice for delicate dishes. (A variant spelling with the same meaning.)

Synonyms

• Spatula: A broader term for a flat, flexible kitchen tool used for lifting and flipping foods.
• Turner: A kitchen utensil similar to a spatula, often used for flipping pancakes or eggs.

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