HUMUS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

partially decomposed organic matter; the organic component of soil

Categories: Soil, Dirt

Synonyms

Hommos, Hoummos, Humous, Humus, Hummus

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "humus" comes from Arabic حُمُّص, which was borrowed from Turkish humus, which was borrowed from Latin humus.

🧩 Fun Fact

Many Latin words entered English twice—once through French and once through direct borrowing.

➡️ Words that Start with HU

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Words that End with US ⬅️

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