blueberry

noun

blue·​ber·​ry ˈblü-ˌber-ē 

-ˌbe-rē,

-b(ə-)rē

: the edible blue or blackish berry of any of several North American plants (genus Vaccinium) of the heath family

also : a low or tall shrub producing these berries

Examples of blueberry in a Sentence

a pie made with blueberries

Recent Examples on the Web

Later, Jill and Jay received a grim crudités plate from the captain, Ronny Borg, featuring three blueberries, six slices of bell pepper, and a moldy carrot. —Bridget Read, Curbed, 18 Dec. 2024

These include blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, cranberries, and raspberries, which contain high amounts of fiber and antioxidants. —Sara Novak, Discover Magazine, 13 Dec. 2024

Flavors include goulash, black pepper, black berries, malt balls, meat loaf and blueberries on the finish. —Tom Mullen, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024

To prune blueberries, remove about 1/3 of the plant’s older stems and any broken, damaged, or crossed branches to open up the center of the plant to sunlight and air. —Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing blueberry

• alpine blueberry
• bog blueberry
• highbush blueberry

Kids Definition

blueberry

noun

blue·​ber·​ry -ˌber-ē 

-b(ə-)rē

: the edible blue or blackish small-seeded berry of any of several plants of the heath family

also : a low or tall shrub producing these berries compare huckleberry sense 1