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
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Craig Shoup, Nashville Tennessean, 27 Oct. 2025
Maison Brotte 2022 Les Murets has aromas of violet, anise frond, blackberry, and cassis that transition to flavors of red currant, raspberry, and black licorice.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
Berries Berries, like blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries are a rich source of potent anti-inflammatory compounds.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 22 Oct. 2025
According to a survey by produce industry trade publication The Packer, households making $25k-$50k annually are ~50% less likely to purchase blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries than households making $100k+.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 3 Oct. 2025
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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
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