Couscous (Noun)
Meaning 1
A pasta made in northern Africa of crushed and steamed semolina.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A spicy dish that originated in northern Africa; consists of pasta steamed with a meat and vegetable stew.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- I remember having a delicious plate of couscous during my trip to Morocco, with tender lamb and a flavorful blend of spices.
- The North African dish of couscous was a staple at the local cultural festival, drawing in crowds with its aromatic flavors and mouth-numbing heat.
- For Sunday dinner, I decided to make a big pot of couscous, packed with tender beef and an assortment of colorful vegetables.
- Couscous is a classic dish from Tunisia, made with delicate semolina pasta and a richly flavored stew of lamb and herbs.
- At the food truck, I ordered a generous serving of spicy couscous, topped with a dollop of yogurt to temper the flames.