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- US Pronunciation
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- [eg-kreyt]
- /ˈɛgˌkreɪt/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [eg-kreyt]
- /ˈɛgˌkreɪt/
Definition of eggcrate word
- adjective eggcrate of or resembling a horizontal construction divided by vertical partitions into cell-like areas, used especially for directing downward rays of overhead light: eggcrate ceiling fixtures. 1
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Parts of speech for Eggcrate
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eggcrate popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 61% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 66% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
eggcrate usage trend in Literature
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