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• noun (Context 1)
A dish of coarsely ground corn kernels boiled with water, milk, or broth, traditionally served as a warm breakfast food or savory side dish in the Southern United States.
Usage Example
"She prepared a warm bowl of creamy cheese hominy to serve alongside the fried shrimp."
Strong
hominy
polenta
Weak
porridge
• noun (Context 2)
Coarsely ground hulled grain, especially oats or corn, before it has been cooked.
Usage Example
"The old stone mill produced fine baking flour as well as coarse groats for hearty winter meals."
Strong
groats
Weak
meal
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Grits. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/grits