blackberry
noun
black·ber·ry
ˈblak-ˌber-ē 
-ˌbe-rē
1
: the usually black or dark purple juicy but seedy edible aggregate fruit of various brambles (genus Rubus) of the rose family
2
: a plant that bears blackberries
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Three hours later the silver underside of a blackberry leaf caught my eye.
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Scott Haugen, Outdoor Life, 22 May 2024
The scent also blends so many of the season’s prominent notes, expertly blending fruity notes of blackcurrant, mimosa (with facets of raspberry and blackberry), and jasmine (strawberry, apricot and peach accents), before mellowing out with a fruity musky accord.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 May 2024
Blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and a simple oatmeal crumb topping make this an easy dessert dish to bring to a neighborhood barbecue, or share with your family and friends.
—Julie Hirschhorn, Miami Herald, 14 May 2024
Berries: Experiment with other types of berries, including blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 12 May 2024
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Scott Haugen, Outdoor Life, 22 May 2024
The scent also blends so many of the season’s prominent notes, expertly blending fruity notes of blackcurrant, mimosa (with facets of raspberry and blackberry), and jasmine (strawberry, apricot and peach accents), before mellowing out with a fruity musky accord.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 May 2024
Blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and a simple oatmeal crumb topping make this an easy dessert dish to bring to a neighborhood barbecue, or share with your family and friends.
—Julie Hirschhorn, Miami Herald, 14 May 2024
Berries: Experiment with other types of berries, including blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 12 May 2024
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blackberry
noun
black·ber·ry
ˈblak-ˌber-ē
1
: the usually black or dark purple juicy but seedy edible fruit of various prickly bushes
2
: a plant that bears blackberries
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