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hummus

Pronunciation: /ˈhʊməs/

(also houmous)
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Definition of hummus

noun

[mass noun]
  • a thick paste or spread made from ground chickpeas and sesame seeds, olive oil, lemon, and garlic, made originally in the Middle East.

Origin:

from Arabic ḥummuṣ

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Hummus can also be spelled houmos or humous; it is an Arabic word.

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