word
Food
Hummus
HUM-us
ˈhʊməsListen
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Syllable breakdown
hummus
Dictionary meaning
A Middle Eastern dip or spread made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, lemon juice, and garlic.
History and origin
Arabic — 'chickpeas'.
Common mispronunciations
HYOO-mus
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