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Translate files Ginger
/ˈdʒɪn.dʒər/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A tropical plant (Zingiber officinale) cultivated for its rhizome, which is used as a spice and in medicine.
I added fresh ginger to the stir-fry for extra flavor.
The fragrant root of the ginger plant, used as a spice or condiment.
She grated some ginger to use in the marinade.
A person with red or reddish-brown hair.
The character in the movie was a fiery ginger with a lively personality.
adjective
Having reddish-brown hair.
He has a ginger beard that makes him stand out.
Of a tawny or reddish colour.
The cat had a beautiful ginger coat.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English 'gingifer', from Latin 'zingiberi', from Greek 'zingiberis'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
gingerly:
In a cautious or delicate manner.
to ginger up:
To enliven or invigorate something.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
A person with red hair.
He's a total ginger, but he's got a great personality.
Used affectionately or humorously to describe someone with distinct red hair.
I saw a group of gingers at the festival, they were hard to miss!