water chestnut

• Водное растение со съедобными, хрустящими клубнями с белой мякотью, широко используемое в азиатской кухне, особенно в жарком и салатах.

An aquatic plant with edible, crunchy, white-fleshed tubers, commonly used in Asian cuisine, especially stir-fries and salads.

1. Edible aquatic vegetableB1formal

   A crisp, white-fleshed tuber of an aquatic plant, commonly used in Asian cuisine for its crunchy texture.

   Водяной орех

   • Water chestnuts add a satisfying crunch to stir-fries.
   • She sliced fresh water chestnuts for the salad.
   • Canned water chestnuts are less crunchy than fresh ones.

2. B2formal

   A type of aquatic plant (genus Eleocharis) that grows in marshes and produces edible tubers.

   Водяной орех

   • Water chestnuts are cultivated in flooded fields in Southeast Asia.
   • The plant's stems are hollow and cylindrical.
   • Water chestnut farming requires careful water management.