Gadit

lay an egg

Definitions
1idiomTo fail completely or perform poorly, especially in front of an audience. This idiom is often used in the context of entertainment or sports when someone does not meet expectations.
The comedian laid an egg during his performance last night; the audience didn't laugh at all.
The team laid an egg in the championship game, losing by a wide margin.
Despite the hype, the movie laid an egg at the box office.
Word Origin
Language
English
Originally meant
To fail or perform poorly, especially in a public setting.
Background
The phrase 'lay an egg' is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, possibly from the world of sports or theater. It draws on the image of a hen laying an egg, which is seen as an unproductive or disappointing outcome in this context.