Humous (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
- The creamy humous was a perfect complement to the crispy pita chips at the Mediterranean restaurant.
- She made a big batch of humous for the party, but it was gone within an hour.
- The humous in the deli case looked especially delicious, with a sprinkle of paprika on top.
- He carefully spread a layer of humous on his pita before adding the juicy falafel.
- The recipe for the classic humous had been passed down through generations of her family.