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hard-boil
[ hahrd-boil ]
verb (used with object)
- to boil (an egg) until the yolk and white have become firm or solid.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of hard-boil1
First recorded in 1890–95
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Example Sentences
When they have come to a hard boil, take them off, and when cool enough for your hand, squeeze them in the water.
From Project Gutenberg
Hard boil three eggs and soak one-half package gelatine five minutes and add to hot liquid.
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Stir constantly over a hot fire until it reaches the hard boil stage.
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Stir constantly over a hot fire until it reaches the hard-boil stage.
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Stir the mixture constantly over the fire until it reaches the hard-boil stage.
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