Definition

The underground part of the ginger plant that is used as a spice and for medicinal purposes.

Example

I added some grated gingerroot to the soup for extra flavor.

Conversation

Have you ever tried making tea with gingerroot?

No, I haven't! How does it taste?

It's really flavorful and a bit spicy, perfect for cold days.

That sounds great! I should definitely give gingerroot tea a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gingerroot → The word 'ginger' comes from Old English 'ginger' (from Latin 'zingiberi', meaning the spice derived from the plant), and 'root' comes from Old English 'wyrt' (meaning plant or root). Together, 'gingerroot' refers to the root part of the ginger plant used as a spice.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for plant ('wyrt') combined with the spice name 'ginger' — this helps you remember that 'gingerroot' is the root of the ginger plant used in cooking.

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