hummus
Translation
hummus, houmous
Examples
I like to eat hummus with pita bread.
I like to eat hummus with pitta bread.
She made fresh hummus for the party.
She made fresh hummus for the party.
Grammar Patterns
hummus ((with sth.)) a dip made from chickpeas, often eaten (with sth.) I like to eat hummus with pita bread.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dip, spread, purée
Etymology
From Arabic 'ḥummuṣ', which literally means 'chickpeas'.
Memory Tips
Remember that hummus is made from chickpeas. The word itself means chickpeas in Arabic.