Misos

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A type of fermented soybean paste used in Japanese cuisine to add rich, salty, and umami flavor to soups, marinades, and sauces
2. A traditional Japanese seasoning made by fermenting soybeans with salt and a mold culture, valued for its savory taste and used in various dishes
3. A thick, flavorful paste derived from fermented soybeans, commonly incorporated into Japanese cooking to enhance depth and complexity in meals

Etymology: "Misos" is simply the plural of "miso," the fermented soybean paste that is a staple of Japanese cooking. The singular came into English from Japanese, where the word is written 味噌 and pronounced "miso." Japanese speakers use the same form for both singular and plural, so the English plural with an "s" is an English convention applied to a loanword.

Synonyms: hatreds, animosities

Antonyms: likes, affections