Definition of Soft-boiled
Soft-boiled
Soft·boiled


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(adjective)
Cooked in boiling water for a short time, so the yolk is still runny.

e.g. She preferred her eggs soft-boiled, with toast for dipping.

(adjective)
tending to follow emotion/feelings or idealism rather than reason or realism;

e.g. That is a foolish and soft-boiled idea that would be a waste of your time and effort.



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