NYT Dictionary
EGGCUP
/ˈɛɡ.ˌkəp/NounEGG-cupegg-cup · 2 syllablesGrade 3
Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022
Meaning
A small dish used to support a boiled egg while it is eaten.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
From egg + cup. Compare Swedish äggkopp.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cupgobletmugvessel
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2022.