couscous

/ˈkʊs.kʊs/

KƱS · kʊs (2 syllables)

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Definition

A pasta of North African origin made of crushed and steamed semolina.

Etymology

Borrowed from French couscous, from Arabic كُسْكُس (kuskus), from a Berber language. First use appears c. 1593.

Example Sentences

  • "Karou took the plate of couscous and vegetables."
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