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congee

Today's Word April 3, 2019

Definition: (verb) A Chinese rice gruel eaten for breakfast.
Synonyms: jook.
Usage: When the weather is cold, I like to drive to Chinatown first thing in the morning and enjoy a steaming hot bowl of congee.
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