Shirr (verb)

1. To gather or draw together, as in the edges of a garment or a fabric.
2. To cook eggs in a dish with a cover, usually in a mixture of milk and butter.

Origin:

Derived from the middle english word "shirren" which means to draw or gather something together.

Examples:

1. She shirred the edges of the dress to make it fit better.
2. The eggs were shirred with milk and butter to make a delicious breakfast dish.
3. The fabric was shirred to gather it together and create a ruched effect.
4. The dress was shirred at the waist to give it a more fitted look.
5. The eggs were shirred with cream and cheese to make a rich and creamy dish.