porridge

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈpɒrɪdʒ/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈpɔrɪdʒ/

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Noun

Singular porridge

Plural porridges

1. (uncountable) Porridge is oatmeal or other grains boiled in water or milk until they are thick and sticky and usually eaten for breakfast.
   • Synonyms: oatmeal and grits

   He got up, ate a quick bowl of porridge, and set off.