hummus

/ˈhʌməs/

Definitions

1. noun

A thick paste or dip made from chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil, often served as an appetizer or side dish.

“We enjoyed a delicious platter of pita bread, olives, and hummus at the Middle Eastern restaurant.”

Synonyms

  • chickpea spread
  • tahini dip