Congee (Noun)
Meaning 1
(architecture) a concave molding.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
An abrupt and unceremonious dismissal.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 3
A Chinese rice gruel eaten for breakfast.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- My grandmother always made a warm bowl of congee for me when I was feeling under the weather as a child.
- Congee was a staple breakfast food in many traditional Chinese households, often served with various toppings such as vegetables and meats.
- In some regions of China, congee is a comfort food that people enjoy with sweet ingredients like sugar, lotus seeds, and red dates.
- On weekends, I like to start my day with a steaming bowl of savory congee and some pickled vegetables.
- After a long night of partying, my friends and I would often gather at a congee shop to enjoy a nourishing and restorative breakfast.