hummus
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Noun — A creamy dip made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil.
How to use hummus
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a tub of hummus
hummus and pitta
garlic hummus
Etymology
Borrowed from Arabic hummus, the word for chickpea.
Full origin of hummus →Frequently asked questions
What does “hummus” mean?
The word “hummus” means a creamy dip made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. In plain terms, a popular Middle Eastern chickpea dip or spread.
How do you pronounce “hummus”?
“Hummus” is pronounced HUU-muhs (/ˈhʊməs/ in IPA).
How do you use “hummus” in a sentence?
Here is “hummus” used in a sentence: “We scooped up the hummus with warm pitta bread.”
What part of speech is “hummus”?
“Hummus” is a noun.
Where does the word “hummus” come from?
The word “hummus” comes from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic hummus, the word for chickpea.