monosodium

[ mon-uh-soh-dee-uhm ]

adjective

, Chemistry.

1. containing one atom of sodium.

Word History and Origins

Origin of monosodium¹

First recorded in 1855–60; mono- + sodium

Example Sentences

Examples that can be found around us include various amino acids, including monosodium glutamate, food proteins, enzymes, flavoring compounds, food colorings, and bioactive substances.

From Science Daily

With his newfound knowledge, Ikeda went on to found the company Ajinomoto and started mass producing the food additive monosodium glutamate or MSG.

From Salon

But monosodium glutamate — created in 1908 by Japanese chemist Kikunae Ikeda, who coined the term "umami," the flavor it produces — is not the dangerous food additive you may have been misled about.

From Salon

It is one of the world’s largest producers of monosodium glutamate, a flavor enhancer.

From Washington Times

Besides soy and oyster sauce, Foshan Haitian develops, makes, and distributes other products including vinegar, chicken stock, monosodium glutamate, and oil.

From BBC