hummus
nounUK /ˈhʊm.əs/
US /ˈhʊm.əs/
Hummus is a soft, creamy food made from mashed chickpeas.
I like to dip carrot sticks in hummus for a snack.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A Middle Eastern dish of mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, lemon juice, and garlic.
The restaurant serves hummus with warm pita bread.
3. Any similar spread made from other beans or vegetables.
She made a black bean hummus for the party.
4. A creamy paste used as a sandwich filling or side dish.
He spread hummus on his wrap instead of mayonnaise.