noun
eggman
Eggman (noun) means a person whose job is delivering eggs. Example: “The eggman used to come round every Saturday morning.”
noun
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A person whose job is delivering eggs.
"The eggman used to come round every Saturday morning."
How to use eggman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who delivers eggs, especially in an older, door-to-door delivery tradition.
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Word forms
- Plural
- eggmen
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Etymology
A compound of egg and man, describing the tradesman's job directly.
Frequently asked questions
What does “eggman” mean?
The word “eggman” means a person whose job is delivering eggs. In plain terms, someone who delivers eggs, especially in an older, door-to-door delivery tradition.
How do you use “eggman” in a sentence?
Here is “eggman” used in a sentence: “The eggman used to come round every Saturday morning.”
What part of speech is “eggman”?
“Eggman” is a noun.
What is the meaning of eggman?
"eggman" (noun) means a person whose job is delivering eggs.
