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Humus

//ˈhjuːməs// noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A large group of natural organic compounds, found in the soil, formed from the chemical and biological decomposition of plant and animal residues and from the synthetic activity of microorganisms. uncountable, usually
  2. 2
    Alternative spelling of hummus (“chickpea dip”). alt-of, alternative, uncountable
  3. 3
    a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East wordnet
  4. 4
    partially decomposed organic matter; the organic component of soil wordnet

Etymology

Etymology 1

Borrowed from Latin humus.

Etymology 2

Borrowed from Turkish humus or Arabic حُمُّص (ḥummuṣ).

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