English dictionary

humus

/'h/j//u/m/@/s/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

partially decomposed organic matter; the organic component of soil

noun.substance

Source: WordNet 3.0
a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East

noun.food

Synonyms hommos hoummos hummus humous

Source: WordNet 3.0
That portion of the soil formed by the decomposition of animal or vegetable matter. It is a valuable constituent of soils.

noun

Source: webster1913