gin·gery \ˈjinj(ə)rē, -ri\adjective Etymology:ginger (I) + -y 1.: having the characteristics or color of ginger : flavored with ginger : sharp, spicy 2.: full of vigor : high-spirited, peppy, mettlesome < the high quick gingery ways of thoroughbreds — John Masefield > < in gingery good health — Newsweek >