MSG

/ɛmɛsˈdʒi/
/ɛmɛsˈdʒi/
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Definitions of MSG
  1. noun
    white crystalline compound used as a food additive to enhance flavor; often used in Chinese cooking
    “food manufacturers sometimes list MSG simply as `artificial flavors' in ingredient lists”
    synonyms: monosodium glutamate
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    type of:
    flavorer, flavoring, flavourer, flavouring, seasoner, seasoning
    something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts
  2. noun
    short for Madison Square Garden, a multi-purpose arena in New York City; home of the Knicks (NBA) and the Rangers (NHL)
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/ɛmɛsˈdʒi/
UK
/ɛmɛsˈdʒi/
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