What is "skilligalee"

Skilligalee \Skil`li*ga*lee"\, n. A kind of thin, weak broth or oatmeal porridge, served out to prisoners and paupers in England; also, a drink made of oatmeal, sugar, and water, sometimes used in the English navy or army. [Written also skilligolee, skillygalee, etc.]

alt. 1 A thin, weak broth or oatmeal porridge, formerly given to prisoners and paupers in England. 2 A drink made of oatmeal, sugar, and water, formerly used in the English navy and army. n. 1 A thin, weak broth or oatmeal porridge, formerly given to prisoners and paupers in England. 2 A drink made of oatmeal, sugar, and water, formerly used in the English navy and army.