Pronunciation

/pəˈrɪdʒ/

Definitions

Noun

Porridge is a type of thick, usually hot cereal made from grains like oats, barley, or rice, often cooked with water or milk and seasoned with sweeteners or spices. It is a traditional breakfast food in many cultures.

Verb (informal)

To eat porridge, especially as a staple or comfort food.

Phrases

• “Have a bowl of porridge” to consume the dish.
• “Eat some porridge for breakfast” to describe the act of eating it in the morning.
• “Porridge-like consistency” to describe a thick, creamy texture.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She likes to start her day with a steaming bowl of porridge.”
• Verb: “After a long night, he decided to have a hearty bowl of porridge to warm him up.”
• Informal: “He’s been known to devour a big bowl of porridge on cold winter mornings.”

Synonyms

• Oatmeal
• Gruel
• Hot cereal
• Bowl of mush
• Bowl of oats

Notes

Porridge can also be a metaphor for bland or uninteresting content, as in “His lecture was as dull as porridge.”