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Osmazome

Osmazome \Os"ma*zome\, n. [Gr. ? smell, odor + ? broth: cf. F. osmaz[^o]me.] (Old Chem.) A substance formerly supposed to give to soup and broth their characteristic odor, and probably consisting of one or several of the class of nitrogenous substances which are called extractives.

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osmazome

n. (context chemistry dated English) A substance formerly supposed to impart the characteristic meaty smell and taste to certain dishes.

Usage examples of "osmazome".

He talked aroma, osmazome, juices, and gelatine in a bewildering manner.