Meaning & Definition of word "Grits"

Grits

/ɡrɪts/

1. Coarsely ground corn, typically used in Southern U.S. cuisine, often served as a side dish.
- Example: For breakfast, she made a bowl of creamy grits topped with butter and cheese.
2. A type of grit or granule, particularly in reference to small particles of sand or stone.
- Example: The construction worker sifted through the grits to find the suitable materials for the mix.
3. Courage, determination, or resolve; strength of character.
- Example: It takes a lot of grits to stand up for what you believe in.

1. To grind (corn) into grits.
- Example: They decided to grit their own corn to ensure the freshest possible dish.

Derived from the Middle English 'grit' meaning 'coarse meal'.

shrimp and grits:

A popular Southern dish combining shrimp and a creamy cornmeal base.

gritty determination:

The quality of being courageous and persistent.

grit one's teeth:

To clench one's teeth in determination or frustration.

gritty:

Having a rough texture, or displaying courage.

cornmeal:

Meal produced from dried corn, used in cooking.

cowardice:

Lack of bravery; the opposite of grit.

Meaning: To have a strong sense of determination.

Example Sentence: You've got to have some serious grits to finish that marathon.

Meaning: Street smarts or toughness.

Example Sentence: He may look soft, but he's got grit when it comes to handling himself.