ginger
/ˈdʒɪndʒə//ˈdʒɪndʒɚ/noun
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The pungent aromatic rhizome of a tropical Asian herb, Zingiber officinale, used as a spice and as a stimulant and acarminative.
The plant that produces this rhizome.
Other species belonging to the same family, Zingiberaceae, especially those of the genus Zingiber
A reddish-brown color.
verb
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To add ginger to.
To enliven, to spice (up).
To apply ginger to the anus of a horse to encourage it to carry its tail high and move in a lively fashion.
To inspire (someone); to give a little boost to.
adjective
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(of hair) Of a reddish-brown colour.