hing

noun
  1. Hing, also known as asafoetida, is a gum-resin obtained from the roots of Ferula plants. It is commonly used as a spice in Indian cuisine for its strong, pungent flavor. noun
    She added a pinch of hing to the curry to enhance its flavor.
    Hing is often used as a substitute for garlic and onion in Indian cooking.
  2. In some dialects or informal usage, 'hing' can be a variant of 'hang', meaning to suspend or be suspended. verb
    The picture was hing on the wall by a single nail.
    He decided to hing the lantern from the tree branch.