hummus

/ˈhʌməs/
noun
  1. A thick, creamy spread or dip made from cooked, mashed chickpeas, blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic.
    • She made a batch of hummus for the party, garnished with paprika and olive oil.
    • We bought some roasted red pepper hummus from the store.
    • I like to eat hummus with fresh vegetables for a healthy snack.
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