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Meaning of eggshell

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

eggshell

Pronunciation:/ˈɛɡʃɛl/

noun

Definitions

  1. The shell around an egg.

  2. A pale off-white colour, like that of the eggshell.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Of a pale yellowish-whitish colour, like that of the eggshell.

  2. Exhibiting the thinness, translucency or near-transparency, and fragility of an eggshell; as in eggshell porcelain.

  3. Very matt, having a low reflexivity, like an eggshell.

    Example: This clear varnish is available in gloss, matt and eggshell finishes.