Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ginger
noun
/ˈdʒɪn.dʒər/
Definition
A spice made from the root of the ginger plant, often used in cooking and baking.
Examples
- She added ginger to the stir-fry for an extra kick of flavor.
- A cup of ginger tea soothes the stomach.
Meaning
Ginger is a flowering plant whose rhizome (underground stem) is widely used as a spice and for its medicinal properties.
Synonyms
- spice
- root
- zingiber
