kuskus

Meanings

• A type of grain dish that originated from the West African region.

  - "Kuskus is a popular dish in many African countries."
  - "The traditional method of preparing kuskus involves steaming the grains in a special pot."

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Rhymes

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kus , bus , huss , fuss , diss , hiss

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Homophones

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1. Cuscus () : A type of tree-kangaroo found in the Pacific region. Cuscus species have a distinctive appearance with long, curved claws and a prehensile tail.
   

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Variants

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bubkes , bupkes , bupkus

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Forms

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vermicelli, tubers, pellets

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Etymology

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The origin of the name 'kuskus' is uncertain. Some sources suggest that it may derive from the Wolof language of West Africa, where the dish is popular.

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1. Fufu: A type of African staple food made by pounding boiled yams, plantains, cassava, or sweet potatoes into a smooth, elastic, and sticky mass. Fufu is traditionally served with various soups or stews, which are poured over the fufu, allowing the diner to scoop up bite-sized portions of the fufu with the help of their hands or a spoon, and then dip the fufu into the soup or stew to savor the flavors of both the fufu and the soup or stew together.

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Culture

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Kuskus is an important dish in many African cultures. It is traditionally prepared and served during special occasions such as weddings, festivals, and religious celebrations. Kuskus is also a popular street food in some African countries, where it is often sold in portable plastic containers or wrapped in banana leaves for easy transport and consumption.

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   - To visualize kuskus, imagine a dish made with small, rounded grains that have a slight translucent quality and a creamy, porridge-like texture when cooked. The grains may be served plain, or they may be mixed with various savory or sweet ingredients, such as meats, vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, herbs, spices, or sauces.

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