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

In a small bowl, toss the blackberries with 1 tablespoon flour, then add the berries and zest to the batter and lightly fold them in. —Metro Creative Services, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026

Stir briefly to combine and garnish with a couple blackberries on a pick, or a lime wedge, or both. —Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2026

Blueberries and blackberries both contain high levels of antioxidants, which can limit damage to your cells and help prevent chronic illness. —Sarah Bradley, Health, 6 Feb. 2026

Protects Against Cancer The antioxidants and other compounds in blackberries help neutralize harmful free radicals, which can damage cells, cause oxidative stress, and contribute to chronic diseases. —Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 3 Feb. 2026

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