Easter egg
– B1-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –
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In North American English, this vocabulary term typically means:
(B1-B2) a colourful and/or chocolate egg that is given as a gift on Easter (these can also be used as decoration)
(B2-C2) a hidden hint in a piece of artistic work (e.g. song, book, show, movie, painting, etc.)
EXAMPLES
(definition 1) “A common Easter tradition in North America is for children to collect hidden Easter eggs.”
(definition 2) “Taylor Swift is known for putting all sorts of Easter eggs in her songs and music videos, referencing future singles, albums, and tours.”
Does your culture celebrate Easter? Is it a tradition to hide and find Easter eggs? If you’re a fan of Taylor Swift, what is your favourite Easter egg in her work? Practice using this vocabulary term by letting me know in the comments below.
