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Definition of mizuna
mizuna
/mɪˈzuːnə/
mi · zu · na
Plural:mizuna
mizuna Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
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• noun
1
A Japanese mustard green of the species Brassica rapa, characterized by its mild, peppery flavor and deeply serrated, dark green leaves, commonly used in salads, soups, and stir-fries.
Example
"The chef tossed a handful of fresh mizuna into the mixed greens to add a crisp texture and a subtle peppery bite."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Japanese 'mizuna' (水菜), literally translating to 'water greens', from 'mizu' (water) and 'na' (greens, vegetables).
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mizuna. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mizuna