BURGOO


Meaning of BURGOO in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' b ə r- ˌ gü, ( ˌ )b ə r- '

Function: noun

Inflected Form: plural burgoos

Etymology: origin unknown

Date: 1700

1 : oatmeal gruel

2 : hardtack and molasses cooked together

3 a : a stew or thick soup of meat and vegetables orig. served at outdoor gatherings b : a picnic at which burgoo is served

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