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humus vs paste

paste vs humus

humus and paste both are nouns.

humus is not a verb while paste is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
humus Yes No No No
paste Yes No Yes No
As nouns, paste is a hypernym of humus; that is, paste is a word with a broader meaning than humus:
  • humus: a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East
  • paste: a tasty mixture to be spread on bread or crackers or used in preparing other dishes
Other hypernyms of humus include spread.
humus (noun) paste (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 a tasty mixture to be spread on bread or crackers or used in preparing other dishes
partially decomposed organic matter; the organic component of soil an adhesive made from water and flour or starch; used on paper and paperboard
any mixture of a soft and malleable consistency
a hard, brilliant lead glass that is used in making artificial jewelry
humus (verb) paste (verb)
hit with the fists
join or attach with or as if with glue
cover the surface of
Difference between humus and paste

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