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humus

hu·mus

UK/ˈhjuːməs/ US/ˈhjumʌs/ uncommon

noun

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a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East

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Origin

Borrowed from Turkish humus or Arabic حُمُّص (ḥummuṣ).

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