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

Examples of blackberry in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The finish displays notes of blackberries and cocoa powder. —Tom Hyland, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025

Berries Berries—including blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries—are delicious and rich in heart-healthy fiber. —Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 17 Mar. 2025

Like other fruit trees and shrubs, many blackberries are sold bare root for easy late winter planting. —Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 23 Jan. 2025

Pop in for a splash of their current releases, including the Chehalem Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir with its notes of ripe blackberries and spice. —Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for blackberry

• askari
• astbury
• azeri
• banbury
• barberry
• blueberry
• canary
• cranberry
• dentary
• dewberry
• dogberry
• equerry

Kids Definition

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