porridge
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
A soft, thick food made by boiling oats or another grain in water or milk.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
oatmeal
Usage notes
'Porridge' is the term more common in British English, while American English usually says oatmeal.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She had a warm bowl of _____ before school."
Answer: porridge
In your own words, what does "porridge" mean?
A soft, thick food made by boiling oats or another grain in water or milk.
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