Ginge

Ginge, (informal) primarily used in the UK, refers to a person, typically a fair-skinned individual, often of Celtic descent, who has red or ginger-colored hair. This term can sometimes be used affectionately but also, unfortunately, as a derogatory term. It often implies a visual distinction based on hair color and is a colloquialism. The connotation can fluctuate based on context and the relationship between the speaker and the subject. It should be used cautiously.

Ginge meaning with examples

• During the football match, the crowd yelled, 'Go on, you ginges!' to the team with red-haired players, trying to rally them to victory. Though intended as a show of support, the team was not fond of the word ginges as it lacked a level of professionalism, which had the team captain requesting them to be less abrasive.
• My best friend, Liam, is a proud ginge. He's always loved his vibrant red hair, and we often joke about his 'fiery' personality to match. While teasing, it’s always done affectionately. We sometimes tease him, but always with a deep bond of friendship and a mutual love of friendly banter. Liam would argue that ginger is actually the perfect hair color.
• The article on discrimination highlighted the casual use of the word 'ginge' as a form of prejudice, discussing how such terms can contribute to negative stereotypes and impact self-esteem. The term carries a history, and the article noted that using the word could potentially impact the perception of a person's social standing. The journalist did a good job.
• Despite the derogatory connotations of the word, the actor with the ginger hair proudly embraced his unique hair color on the show. The actor was proud, and the media praised the actor for making an effort to embrace the word. He showed strength in his character, and, in his opinion, the word had no place on the show.