Definition of "ginger" in English

Noun

1. The pungent aromatic rhizome of a tropical Asian herb, Zingiber officinale, used as a spice and as a stimulant and acarminative.

2. The plant that produces this rhizome.

3. Other species belonging to the same family, Zingiberaceae, especially those of the genus Zingiber

4. A reddish-brown color.

   • ginger:

5. A person with reddish hair; a redhead.

6. Vitality, vigour, liveliness (of character).

7. Ginger ale, or can or bottle of such (especially if dry).

8. Any fizzy soft drink, or can or bottle of such; pop; soda.

Adjective

1. Of a reddish-brown color.

2. Having hair or fur of this color.

   • a ginger tomcat

Verb

1. To add ginger to.

2. To enliven, to spice (up).

3. To apply ginger to the anus of a horse to encourage it to carry its tail high and move in a lively fashion.

4. To inspire (someone); to give a little boost to.

Adjective

1. Very careful or cautious; also, delicate, sensitive. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}

Adverb

1. In a very careful or cautious manner; also, delicately, sensitively.

Verb

1. To move gingerly, in a very careful and cautious manner.

Noun

1. A homosexual.

Adjective

1. Homosexual.