hoummos

/ˈ(h)juməs/
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Definitions of hoummos
  1. noun
    a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East
    synonyms: hommos, hummus, humous, humus
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    type of:
    paste, spread
    a tasty mixture to be spread on bread or crackers or used in preparing other dishes
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