shirr

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Verb shirr has 1 sense

shirr - bake (eggs) in their shells until they are set; "shirr the eggs"
--₁ is one way to bake

Derived form: noun shirring₁
Sample sentence:
The chef wants to shirr the eggs

Definitions from the Web

Definition:

shirr (verb)

to gather or make small, regular folds in fabric by parallel rows of stitching
to cook (eggs) by enclosing them in a dish with a shallow rim and baking until set
(archaic) to encircle or gird, as with a fence or wall
(slang) to steal or pilfer

Sample Sentences:

1. She used her sewing machine to shirr the delicate silk fabric.

2. Would you like me to shirr the curtains to create a decorative effect?

3. Grandma loves shirred eggs for breakfast, they are so creamy and delicious.

4. Centuries ago, castles were built to shirr and protect the kingdom.

5. The notorious thief managed to shirr several valuable paintings from the art gallery.

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