noun

burgoo

Burgoo (noun) means a dish which originated among seafarers during the days of sail: a sort of porridge seasoned with sugar, salt and butter.

noun

A dish which originated among seafarers during the days of sail: a sort of porridge seasoned with sugar, salt and butter.

A spicy stew, typically made with a combination of meats and vegetables, and often served with cornbread or corn muffins.

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Etymology

Of unclear origin. Apparently from the dialectal term burgood (“yeast”). * Perhaps ultimately from Welsh burym (“yeast”) + cawl (“cabbage, gruel”), * Or perhaps from Arabic بُرْغُل (burḡul). * Or, from an alteration of ragout.

Rhymes for burgoo

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What is the meaning of burgoo?

"burgoo" (noun) means a dish which originated among seafarers during the days of sail: a sort of porridge seasoned with sugar, salt and butter.

What are the different meanings of burgoo?

"burgoo" has 2 main meanings: 1. A dish which originated among seafarers during the days of sail: a sort of porridge seasoned with sugar, salt and butter; 2. A spicy stew, typically made with a combination of meats and vegetables, and often served with cornbread or corn muffins.