ginger: meaning & examples

Meanings:

• 1.

  Globaltechnicalculinary
  • The pungent aromatic rhizome of the tropical Asian plant Zingiber officinale, used as a spice and as a stimulant and carminative.

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  • The recipe called for fresh ginger, so I grated some ginger root to add a spicy kick to the dish.

    La receta pedía jengibre fresco, así que rallé un poco de raíz de jengibre para darle un toque picante al plato.

  • She brewed ginger tea using slices of ginger to help soothe her sore throat.

    Ella preparó té de jengibre usando rebanadas de jengibre para aliviar su dolor de garganta.

  • Ginger is often used in cooking not only for its pungent flavor but also for its medicinal properties.

    El jengibre se usa a menudo en la cocina no solo por su sabor picante sino también por sus propiedades medicinales.

  • He added powdered ginger to the marinade, enhancing the aroma and giving the meat a subtle heat.

    Agregó jengibre en polvo a la marinada, realzando el aroma y dando a la carne un picante sutil.

• 2.

  Globalbotanicaltechnical
  • The perennial flowering plant of the genus Zingiber that produces the edible ginger rhizome.

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  • My grandmother always keeps fresh ginger in her kitchen because she likes to brew ginger tea for its health benefits.

    My grandmother always keeps fresh ginger in her kitchen because she likes to brew ginger tea for its health benefits.

  • During our trip to the spice market, we bought several pounds of ginger to use in cooking and baking.

    During our trip to the spice market, we bought several pounds of ginger to use in cooking and baking.

  • The recipe calls for peeled and grated ginger to add a sharp, spicy flavor to the dish.

    The recipe calls for peeled and grated ginger to add a sharp, spicy flavor to the dish.

  • Farmers in the region have been cultivating ginger for generations, harvesting the rhizomes each autumn.

    Farmers in the region have been cultivating ginger for generations, harvesting the rhizomes each autumn.

• 3.

  Globalbotanicaltechnical
  • Any of several related species in the family Zingiberaceae, especially those of the genus Zingiber, whose rhizomes resemble that of Zingiber officinale.

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  • Several species of ginger, related to the common Zingiber, grow wild in tropical forests and are used in traditional medicines.

    Several species of ginger, related to the common Zingiber, grow wild in tropical forests and are used in traditional medicines.

  • Scientists discovered a new type of ginger in the family Zingiberaceae that has unique aromatic properties.

    Scientists discovered a new type of ginger in the family Zingiberaceae that has unique aromatic properties.

  • The ginger family includes many species whose rhizomes resemble that of Zingiber officinale but vary in flavor and usage.

    The ginger family includes many species whose rhizomes resemble that of Zingiber officinale but vary in flavor and usage.

  • Traditional healers often use several related ginger species interchangeably for their medicinal qualities.

    Traditional healers often use several related ginger species interchangeably for their medicinal qualities.

• 4.

  Globaldescriptiveneutral
  • A reddish-brown color.

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  • Her hair was a striking shade of ginger, catching the sunlight with a warm reddish-brown glow.

    Her hair was a striking shade of ginger, catching the sunlight with a warm reddish-brown glow.

  • The autumn leaves turned a rich ginger color, blanketing the ground in vibrant hues.

    The autumn leaves turned a rich ginger color, blanketing the ground in vibrant hues.

  • He chose a ginger leather jacket that complemented his casual style perfectly.

    He chose a ginger leather jacket that complemented his casual style perfectly.

  • The walls of the cozy café were painted ginger, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

    The walls of the cozy café were painted ginger, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

• 5.

  UKIrelandGlobalcolloquialinformalderogatory
  • A person with red hair; a redhead.

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  • Everyone at school teased Jake because he was a ginger, but he learned to embrace his red hair with pride.

    Everyone at school teased Jake because he was a ginger, but he learned to embrace his red hair with pride.

  • I don’t know why people call her a ginger; her hair has the brightest red tint I’ve ever seen.

    I don’t know why people call her a ginger; her hair has the brightest red tint I’ve ever seen.

  • If you’re looking for a ginger in the band, just spot the guy with the fiery red curls on stage.

    If you’re looking for a ginger in the band, just spot the guy with the fiery red curls on stage.

• 6.

  UKGlobalcolloquialinformalfigurative
  • Vitality, vivaciousness, or spirited energy of character or performance.

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  • The coach told the team they needed more ginger in their play if they wanted to win the championship.

    The coach told the team they needed more ginger in their play if they wanted to win the championship.

  • I could really use some ginger to liven up this dull presentation and keep the audience engaged.

    I could really use some ginger to liven up this dull presentation and keep the audience engaged.

  • Her performance had the right amount of ginger, full of energy and passion that captivated the crowd.

    Her performance had the right amount of ginger, full of energy and passion that captivated the crowd.

• 7.

  North AmericaUKcolloquialinformal
  • A carbonated soft drink flavored primarily with ginger, especially the dry variety known as ginger ale.

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  • After dinner, Mark ordered a ginger to refresh his palate and settle his stomach.

    After dinner, Mark ordered a ginger to refresh his palate and settle his stomach.

  • We always keep a few bottles of ginger ale in the fridge for guests who prefer a non-alcoholic drink.

    We always keep a few bottles of ginger ale in the fridge for guests who prefer a non-alcoholic drink.

  • She prefers her cocktails mixed with ginger because it adds a crisp, spicy flavor that’s hard to beat.

    She prefers her cocktails mixed with ginger because it adds a crisp, spicy flavor that’s hard to beat.

• 8.

  Scotlandparticularly Glasgowcolloquialregional
  • A regional colloquial term for any carbonated soft drink or soda.

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  • In some parts of the south, people say 'Pass me a ginger' when they want a soda, no matter the flavor.

    In some parts of the south, people say 'Pass me a ginger' when they want a soda, no matter the flavor.

  • Do you want a ginger with your burger? We have cola, lemon-lime, and root beer varieties.

    Do you want a ginger with your burger? We have cola, lemon-lime, and root beer varieties.

  • At family picnics, the kids always ask for a ginger, meaning any fizzy soft drink they like best.

    At family picnics, the kids always ask for a ginger, meaning any fizzy soft drink they like best.