Canton Ginger (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical Asian plant widely cultivated for its pungent root; source of gingerroot and powdered ginger.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Canton ginger, a type of tropical plant, adds flavor to numerous Asian dishes with its pungent root.
- The canton ginger grown in our backyard provides fresh ingredients for various recipes throughout the year.
- Canton ginger is widely used in Asian cooking and adds a distinct flavor to the local dishes.
- To make that authentic Asian soup, the chef insists on using fresh canton ginger for its superior taste.
- The pungent root of canton ginger is the essential ingredient in traditional medicine and spice blends.