egg

noun
  1. An oval or round object laid by a female bird, reptile, fish, or invertebrate, usually containing a developing embryo. noun
    The hen laid an egg this morning.
    We found a bird's egg in the nest.
  2. The egg of a domestic fowl, especially one used as food. noun
    I had scrambled eggs for breakfast.
    She cracked an egg into the bowl.
  3. A person possessing a specified quality, often used in combination. noun
    He's a good egg, always willing to help.
    She's a tough egg, never backing down from a challenge.
  4. To encourage or incite someone to do something foolish or risky. verb
    They egged him on to jump off the cliff.
    She was egged into making a prank call.