hominy grits

noun

, (used with a singular or plural verb)

1. grits ( def 1 ).

hominy grits

plural noun

1. finely ground hominy Often shortened togrits

Word History and Origins

Origin of hominy grits¹

1790–1800; Americanism

Example Sentences

Just by luck, I have a few cases of American oatmeal and hominy grits.

From Project Gutenberg

Cooked hominy grits or chopped boiled macaroni may be used in place of rice.

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Stir the hominy grits into the water and continue to boil for 10 minutes.

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