humus — meaning in English

English meaning

• hummus noun A creamy dip made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil.
• humus noun The dark, crumbly material in soil formed as dead leaves, plants and animals break down, which holds water and feeds growing plants.

Senses

humus is used for these senses in English:

• hummus A Levantine Arab dip made of chickpea paste with various additions, such as olive oil, fresh garlic, lemon juice, and tahini, often eaten with pitta bread, or as a meze.
• humus A large group of natural organic compounds, found in the soil, formed from the chemical and biological decomposition of plant and animal residues and from the synthetic activity of microorganisms.

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