Hummus (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
- They ordered a plate of pita chips with fresh hummus as an appetizer at the Middle Eastern restaurant.
- The store sells many different types of dips but the classic hummus remains the customer favorite.
- She quickly made a batch of homemade hummus using chickpeas from the garden to serve at the party.
- Roasted garlic gives this hummus a unique and savory flavor that pairs well with raw vegetables.
- The chef carefully crafted a beautiful platter of vegetables and fresh pita to be served alongside a side of creamy hummus.