gruel
What is another word for gruel? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A thin, watery porridge, historically associated with poverty or illness.
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How to use gruel
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
thin gruel
a bowl of gruel
Etymology
From Old French gruel, meaning coarse meal, ultimately from a Germanic word for ground grain, related to English groats and grit.
Full origin of gruel →Frequently asked questions
What does “gruel” mean?
The word “gruel” means a thin, watery porridge, historically associated with poverty or illness. In plain terms, a watery, bland porridge, often used to suggest meager or miserable food.
How do you pronounce “gruel”?
“Gruel” is pronounced GROO-uhl (/ˈɡɹuːəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “gruel” in a sentence?
Here is “gruel” used in a sentence: “The orphans were fed nothing but thin gruel each morning.”
What part of speech is “gruel”?
“Gruel” is a noun.
Where does the word “gruel” come from?
The word “gruel” comes from Old French. From Old French gruel, meaning coarse meal, ultimately from a Germanic word for ground grain, related to English groats and grit.
