First Known Use: circa 1643
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porridge
noun por·ridge \ˈpȯr-ij, ˈpär-\
Definition of PORRIDGE
: a soft food made by boiling meal of grains or legumes in milk or water until thick
— por·ridgy \-i-jē\ adjective
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Origin of PORRIDGE
alteration of pottage
PORRIDGY Defined for Kids
porridge
noun por·ridge \ˈpȯr-ij\
Definition of PORRIDGE for Kids
: a soft food from meal or a vegetable that is boiled until thick
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