Knock, knock, ginger is a prank or game dating back to 19th-century England, or possibly the earlier Cornish traditional holiday of Nickanan Night. The game is played by children in many cultures. It involves knocking on the front door of a victim, then running away before the door can be answered.

What is the meaning of Knock Down Ginger?

Noun. knock down ginger (uncountable) (Britain) The prank of knocking on somebody's front door and running away before it is opened.

Is playing knock down ginger illegal?

Singing profane or obscene songs in the street and playing knock-down-ginger (or ding-dong-ditch as it's known in the US) are illegal under the Town Police Clauses Act 1847. Being drunk in a pub (or any other licensed premises) is illegal under the Licensing Act 1872.