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Gin Definition & Meaning

gin
noun
  1. strong liquor flavored with juniper berries
  2. a trap for birds or small mammals; often has a slip noose
  3. a machine that separates the seeds from raw cotton fibers
  4. a form of rummy in which a player can go out if the cards remaining in their hand total less than 10 points
verb
  1. separate the seeds from (cotton) with a cotton gin
  2. trap with a snare; "gin game"

"Gin" in song lyrics

See how gin is used in real songs:

  • "Then you mix it light it quick with the motherfuckin gin"
    11/5 — Garcia Vegas
  • "You my best friend, we a combination like juice and gin"
    9th Prince — Foolish Ways
  • "Stop drinkin my gin"
    Afroman — You Ain't My Friend

Words that rhyme with gin

Usage tips for "gin"

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Frequently asked questions

What does gin mean?
strong liquor flavored with juniper berries a trap for birds or small mammals; often has a slip noose a machine that separates the seeds from raw cotton fibers a form of rummy in which a player can go out if the cards remaining in their hand total less than 10 points separate the seeds from (cotton) with a cotton gin trap with a snare; "gin game"
What part of speech is gin?
Gin is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does gin have?
Gin has 6 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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