Meaning of the word grits in English

What does grits mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

grits

US /ɡrɪts/
UK /ɡrɪts/

Plural Noun

a dish of coarsely ground corn kernels boiled with water or milk, typically eaten for breakfast in the southern US

Example:
For breakfast, I had a bowl of hot grits with butter.
Shrimp and grits is a classic Southern dish.