Word: GINGER
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Definition of GINGER
- 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
- 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.
- (of hair) Of a reddish-brown colour.
- To move gingerly, very careful and cautious.
- Sensitive, delicate.
- A homosexual.
- Homosexual.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "The referee verified that "ginger" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "ginger" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
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Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing GINGER:
- # the ginger effect
- # master of ginger
- # playing with ginger
- # in terms of ginger
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