(JIN-jer)
An herb with a root that has been used in cooking, and by some cultures to treat nausea, vomiting, and certain other medical conditions. It is being studied in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy. The scientific name is Zingiber officianale.
Pronunciation of dictionary term "ginger"
Pronunciation of dictionary term "gengibre"
Hierba cuya raíz se usa para cocinar y, en algunas culturas, para tratar las náuseas, los vómitos causados por la quimioterapia para el cáncer, y para tratar ciertas otras afecciones médicas. El nombre científico es Zingiber officianale.