glutamic acid
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English[edit]
Noun[edit]
- (biochemistry) A nonessential amino acid, α-amino-glutaric acid, occurring widely in animal and plant tissues; the salt, monosodium glutamate is used as a flavour-enhancing seasoning.
Synonyms[edit]
- Glu
- E620 when used as a flavour enhancer
Related terms[edit]
Translations[edit]
the nonessential amino acid (α-amino-glutaric acid)
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