houmous
nounUK /ˈhʊməs/
US /ˈhʊməs/
A soft, creamy food made from mashed chickpeas.
She spread houmous on a piece of bread for a snack.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A Middle Eastern dish of mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic.
The restaurant served houmous with warm pita bread.
3. A thick paste used as a spread or dip in sandwiches and wraps.
He added a spoonful of houmous to his veggie wrap.
4. A popular appetizer often served as part of a mezze platter.
The mezze platter included houmous, olives, and stuffed grape leaves.