gingerroot

[ jin-jer-root, -root ]

noun

1. the rhizome of the ginger plant.

Word History and Origins

Origin of gingerroot¹

First recorded in 1590–1600 as ginger root; current spelling dates from 1830–35; ginger ( def ) + root ¹( def )

Example Sentences

I think of how garlic and gingerroot smell sizzling in ghee or the way dry rice feels falling through my fingers.

From Literature

“The curry and gingerroot are in the front pocket there. I couldn’t find any lemongrass, so we’ll have to make do.”

From Literature

By sixty, those feet had gnarled up like gingerroot.

From The New Yorker

“Like how to peel a gazillion gingerroot pieces easily and have them maintain their nutritional value.”

From Seattle Times

At Hong Kong Market, he stocks up on shiso, several varieties of fresh mint, galangal, fresh turmeric, and large bunches of lemongrass and gingerroot.

From Southern Living