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Pronunciation: /dʒɪn/

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Definition of gin

noun

  • 1a machine for separating cotton from its seeds.
  • 2a machine for raising and moving heavy weights.
  • 3 (also gin trap) a trap for catching birds or small mammals.

verb (gins, ginning, ginned)

[with object]
  • treat (cotton) in a gin.

Derivatives

ginner

noun

ginnery

noun

Origin:

Middle English (in the sense 'a tool or device, a trick'): from Old French engin (see engine)

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