ginger

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.
5. A person with reddish-brown hair; a redhead.
6. Vitality, vigour, liveliness (of character).

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

(of hair) Of a reddish-brown colour.

verb

To move gingerly, very careful and cautious.

adjective

Sensitive, delicate.

noun

A homosexual.

adjective

Homosexual.