Definition of "gingerly" in English

adverb

1. In a cautious and delicate manner; (very) carefully or cautiously.

   • He placed the glass jar gingerly on the concrete step.

2. (obsolete) Chiefly of dancing or walking: done with small, dainty steps; daintily; also, with excessive delicacy; affectedly, mincingly.

adjective

1. Often of movements: very careful, cautious, or delicate.

2. (obsolete) Often of a person or the way they move: dainty, delicate; also, excessively delicate; affected, mincing.