'Humus' definitions:

Definition of 'humus'

(from WordNet)
noun
Partially decomposed organic matter; the organic component of soil
noun
A thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East [syn: hummus, humus, hommos, hoummos, humous]

Definition of 'Humus'

From: GCIDE
  • Humus \Hu"mus\, n. [L., the earth, ground, soil.] That portion of the soil formed by the decomposition of animal or vegetable matter. It is a valuable constituent of soils. --Graham. [1913 Webster]