black cherry

noun

1
: a large cherry (Prunus serotina) of eastern and central North America having drooping clusters of small white flowers and astringent black or dark purple fruits
also : the fruit
2
: the strong reddish-brown wood of the black cherry used especially for cabinetwork

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The nose features intense aromas of berries, with graphite, black cherries, and spice notes. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025 Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with just a splash of Cab Franc, this delicious wine has aromas of pencil lead, black cherry, and cassis with flavors of black raspberry, black plum, and red currant. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 19 Dec. 2024 Expect rich aromas of raisin and black cherry with hints of mocha and spices on the palette with aromas of aged leather and cigars. Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024 Joining Kate Moss and Lisa from BlackPink in sporting the trend, Jennifer Lopez just showcased her own black cherry nails, care of her longtime manicurist, Tom Bachik. Hannah Coates, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for black cherry 

Word History

First Known Use

1720, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of black cherry was in 1720

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“Black cherry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/black%20cherry. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.

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