Meaning & Definition of word "Ginger"

Ginger

/ˈdʒɪn.dʒər/

1. A tropical plant (Zingiber officinale) cultivated for its rhizome, which is used as a spice and in medicine.
- Example: I added fresh ginger to the stir-fry for extra flavor.
2. The fragrant root of the ginger plant, used as a spice or condiment.
- Example: She grated some ginger to use in the marinade.
3. A person with red or reddish-brown hair.
- Example: The character in the movie was a fiery ginger with a lively personality.

1. Having reddish-brown hair.
- Example: He has a ginger beard that makes him stand out.
2. Of a tawny or reddish colour.
- Example: The cat had a beautiful ginger coat.

Middle English, from Old English 'gingifer', from Latin 'zingiberi', from Greek 'zingiberis'.

gingerly:

In a cautious or delicate manner.

to ginger up:

To enliven or invigorate something.

ginger ale:

A carbonated soft drink flavored with ginger.

ginger snap:

A type of crispy cookie flavored with ginger.

ginger root:

The underground stem of the ginger plant, used as a spice.

Meaning: A person with red hair.

Example Sentence: He's a total ginger, but he's got a great personality.

Meaning: Used affectionately or humorously to describe someone with distinct red hair.

Example Sentence: I saw a group of gingers at the festival, they were hard to miss!