Monosodium glutamate
WordNet
noun
(1) White crystalline compound used as a food additive to enhance flavor; often used in Chinese cooking
WiktionaryText
Noun
monosodium glutamate
- The mono sodium salt of the amino acid, glutamic acid; present in soy sauce; used as a condiment in Chinese and Japanese cooking, and as a food additive to enhance flavor and add the umami taste. Abbreviations: MSG, E621.