ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Gingersnap

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈd͡ʒɪnd͡ʒəsnap/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Gingersnap is a noun meaning A type of biscuit or cookie made from dough seasoned with ginger.

Meaning

A type of biscuit or cookie made from dough seasoned with ginger.

More Meanings

  1. (obsolete, US, slang) A hot-tempered person, particularly one who is red-haired.

Example Sentences

Paul winked gravely at vacancy. “Where’s the kid now?” […] “A ginger snap!” thought Paul, derisively.

Word Forms

Synonyms for gingersnap

Depending on context, synonyms include gingernut.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include cookie, gingernut, gingerbread, snickerdoodle, snap, biscuit.

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