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Ginger

/dʒˈɪndʒər/
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(noun) The pungent aromatic rhizome of a tropical Asian herb, Zingiber officinale, used as a spice and as a stimulant and acarminative.

This is a ginger drink.
Ginger is very useful in the winter period.
CEFR Practice Quiz
She added a small amount of freshly grated ____ to the stir-fry to give it a slightly spicy and aromatic flavor.

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