クウシンサイくうしんさいMeanings1nounwater spinach; ong choy; kangkongusually written using kana aloneA semi-aquatic tropical vegetable used in Southeast and East Asian cuisines. Known by many regional names; in Japanese cooking, it is often stir-fried or used in soups.See also: ヨウサイタイ料りょう理りの炒いため