What does EGGED mean?

egged

Part of Speech: verb (past tense)

Definition: To throw eggs at someone or something.

Pronunciation (US): /ɛɡd/

Pronunciation (UK): /ɛɡd/

Origin and Usage: The word "egged" originates from the Middle English word "eggen" which means "to incite, encourage". The usage of "egged" as a verb to describe the act of throwing eggs at someone or something dates back to the early 20th century.

Synonyms: pelted, bombarded, showered

Related Words: begged, legged, reggae, segno

Example Sentences:

• The angry crowd egged the politicians car as it drove away from the rally.
• She was egged by her classmates on her way to school.
• The pranksters egged the neighbors house on Halloween night.