there is reason in the roasting of eggs

English dictionary entry

Meanings

proverb
  1. There is a reason behind even the most odd and seemingly unnecessary actions.

Word forms

there is reason in the roasting of eggs

Etymology

Attested since the 17th century, according to the Oxford Books of Proverbs.

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