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burgoo

/ˈbərˌgu/

Other forms: burgoos

Definitions of burgoo
  1. noun
    thick spicy stew of whatever meat and whatever vegetables are available; southern United States
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    type of:
    stew
    food prepared by stewing especially meat or fish with vegetables
  2. noun
    a gathering at which burgoo stew is served
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    type of:
    cookout
    an informal meal cooked and eaten outdoors
  3. noun
    porridge made of rolled oats
    synonyms: oatmeal
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    type of:
    porridge
    soft food made by boiling oatmeal or other meal or legumes in water or milk until thick
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