Meaning of the word porridge in English

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

porridge

US /ˈpɔːr.ɪdʒ/
UK /ˈpɒr.ɪdʒ/

Noun

a dish made from oatmeal or other cereal boiled in water or milk

Example:
I like to eat hot porridge for breakfast on cold mornings.
The baby's first solid food was usually soft porridge.