oatmeal

[ˈəʊtmiːl]

oatmeal Definition

  • 1a type of porridge made from ground oats
  • 2the oats used for making oatmeal

Using oatmeal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "oatmeal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I usually have oatmeal for breakfast.

  • Example

    She added some honey to her oatmeal.

  • Example

    The recipe calls for two cups of oatmeal.

oatmeal Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for oatmeal

Phrases with oatmeal

  • oatmeal that has been precooked and dried, allowing it to be quickly prepared by adding hot water or milk

    Example

    He prefers instant oatmeal because it's quicker to make in the morning.

  • steel-cut oatmeal

    oatmeal made from whole oat groats that have been chopped into pieces with steel blades

    Example

    Steel-cut oatmeal has a nuttier flavor and chewier texture than regular oatmeal.

  • a type of cookie made with oatmeal as a primary ingredient

    Example

    She baked a batch of oatmeal cookies for the party.

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Summary: oatmeal in Brief

'Oatmeal' [ˈəʊtmiːl] is a type of porridge made from ground oats. It can also refer to the oats used for making oatmeal. Examples of usage include 'I usually have oatmeal for breakfast' and 'The recipe calls for two cups of oatmeal.' Variations include 'instant oatmeal,' which is precooked and dried, and 'steel-cut oatmeal,' made from whole oat groats. 'Oatmeal cookie' is a type of cookie made with oatmeal.