Meaning
A dish which originated among seafarers during the days of sail: a sort of porridge seasoned with sugar, salt and butter.
Etymology
Origin: Arabic
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.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles: