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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Expect rich aromas of raisin and black cherry with hints of mocha and spices on the palette with aromas of aged leather and cigars.
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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
Flavors of black cherry, dark chocolate, marjoram, and a hint of pencil lead are sheathed in a cloak of opulent tannins that just keep going on the palate.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2024
As for glam, Lopez turned up the volume of her espresso makeup look with striking black eyeliner, finishing everything off a black cherry manicure by celebrity nail artist Tom Bachick.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 27 Nov. 2024
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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
Flavors of black cherry, dark chocolate, marjoram, and a hint of pencil lead are sheathed in a cloak of opulent tannins that just keep going on the palate.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2024
As for glam, Lopez turned up the volume of her espresso makeup look with striking black eyeliner, finishing everything off a black cherry manicure by celebrity nail artist Tom Bachick.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 27 Nov. 2024
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“Black cherry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/black%20cherry. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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