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jamaica ginger

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Jamaica ginger

–noun
1. an alcoholic extract of ginger used as a flavoring.
2. powdered ginger root used for medicinal purposes.

Origin:
1810–20
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Main Entry: Ja·mai·ca gin·ger
Pronunciation: j&-"mA-k&-'jin-j&r
Function: noun
: the powdered root of ginger used especiallyformerly as an intestinal stimulant and carminative
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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