Gin (noun)

1. A clear, colorless spirit distilled from grain or malt and flavored with juniper berries.
2. A strong alcoholic liquor distilled from grain or malt and flavored with juniper berries.
3. A liquor made by distilling a fermented grain mash, typically with juniper berries.

Origin:

From middle english "gin", from old english "gin", from proto-germanic *ginnan, from proto-indo-european *ǵen- "to trap, snare".

Examples:

1. Gin and tonic is a popular cocktail.
2. Gin is often used as a base for many cocktail creations.
3. The gin was aged in oak barrels for added complexity.
4. The gin was distilled from a wheat base.
5. Gin is a versatile spirit that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways.