gingery

adjective

gin·​gery ˈjinj(ə)rē 

-ri

1

: having the characteristics or color of ginger : flavored with ginger : sharp, spicy

2

: full of vigor : high-spirited, peppy, mettlesome

the high quick gingery ways of thoroughbreds

—John Masefield

in gingery good health

—Newsweek

Word History

Etymology

ginger entry 1 + -y

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Rhymes for gingery

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