glutaminic acid

Definitions of glutaminic acid
  1. noun
    an amino acid occurring in proteins; important in the nitrogen metabolism of plants; used in monosodium glutamate to enhance the flavor of meats
    synonyms: glutamic acid
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    type of:
    amino acid, aminoalkanoic acid
    organic compounds containing an amino group and a carboxylic acid group
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