omelet-y

From omelet +‎ -y.

omelet-y (comparative more omelet-y, superlative most omelet-y)

1. (chiefly US) Alternative form of omeletty.
   • 2007 February 15, Ann Cortissoz, “Serving an authentic mix”, in The Boston Globe, volume 271, number 46, Boston, Mass., Calendar section, page 9, column 2:

     The chilaquiles ($8.95), a sort of omelet-y casserole of eggs, tortilla strips soaked in tomatillo salsa, and shredded beef, is a satisfying meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner (all of which are served at the restaurant).

   • 2012, Karla Zimmerman, Regis St Louis, Washington, DC, 5th edition, Footscray, Vic.: Lonely Planet, →ISBN, page 252, column 2:

     The 12-room American Guest House earns high marks for its intimate sense of service, bountiful omelet-y breakfasts and elegant, individualized rooms.

   • 2016, Marni Jackson, Don’t I Know You?, New York, N.Y.: Flatiron Books, Macmillan Publishers, →ISBN, page 86:

     It felt good to be out of the kitchen and the omelet-y smell of the restaurant.

   • 2017, Ally Carter, The Grift of the Magi (Heist Society)‎, London: Orchard Books, Hachette, →ISBN:

     “I’m starving, and I’m feeling omelet-y. Anyone else want an omelet?” she asked her cousin.

   • 2023, Tamar Adler, The Everlasting Meal Cookbook: Leftovers A-Z, New York, N.Y.: Scribner, →ISBN, page 33:

     If you’re feeling omelet-y, mix chopped celery leaves into whatever cheese you want in your omelet.