Hoummos (Noun)
Meaning
A thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- We ordered a plate of hoummos and vegetables to start with.
- She spread a layer of creamy hoummos on each slice of pita bread.
- Hoummos was the perfect side dish to go with our falafel.
- At the Middle Eastern restaurant, we were given a bowl of hoummos as a complimentary appetizer.
- The key to a good hoummos is using plenty of garlic and fresh lemon juice.