noun
a decorative pattern of gathering and stitching in fabric
verb
to gather and stitch fabric in a decorative pattern
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The chef demonstrated how to shirr an egg by gently poaching it in simmering water.
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I tried to shirr the eggs for breakfast but ended up scrambling them instead.
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I've never been able to shirr eggs properly, they always end up a mess.
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The artist used a unique technique to shirr the fabric, creating a beautiful draped effect.