humus

Noun
  1. Partially decomposed organic matter;
    The organic component of soil (synset 114932973)
    is a type of: dirt, soil - the part of the earth's surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock
    substance meronym: a horizon, a-horizon - the top layer of a soil profile; usually contains humus
  2. A thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic;
    Used especially as a dip for pita;
    Originated in the Middle East (synset 107873707)
    is a type of: paste, spread - a tasty mixture to be spread on bread or crackers or used in preparing other dishes
    same as: hommos, hoummos, hummus, humous

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