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Meaning of gin
The primary meaning of the word "gin" is a clear, colorless, strongly flavored spirit made from grain or other starchy plants.
Etymology of gin
The word "gin" has its roots in the Middle English word "gyn" or "ginne", which referred to a mechanical device or engine.
The spirit "gin" is believed to have originated in the 17th century in the Netherlands, where it was known as "jenever" or "geneva", derived from the French word "genièvre", meaning juniper.
The word "gin" has been used in English since the 18th century to refer to the spirit.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A clear, colorless, strongly flavored spirit made from grain or other starchy plants, typically flavored with juniper berries and other botanicals.
- A machine or device for separating cotton fibers from their seeds.
- A snare or trap, especially one made of wire or cord.
Usage Examples
- The bartender mixed a gin and tonic with a squeeze of lime.
- The farmer used a gin to separate the cotton fibers from their seeds.
- The hunter set a gin to catch the wild animal.