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
To top it all off for the most decadent finish, caramel icing is poured or spread over the entire cake for a glossy, luxurious topping that contrasts the tangy blackberry filling.
—
Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
There are even blackberries, peaches, and apples.
—La Risa R. Lynch, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
From August 24 to September 7, The Terrace and Outdoor Gardens and Lobby Bar at The Times Square Edition has debuted the Grand Slamberry, a mix of Grey Goose, Chambord, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, melon foam and a blackberry garnish.
—Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
By Lindsey Bever The Washington Post Summer is berry season in the United States — the best time to find many fresh berries, including blueberries, blackberries and strawberries.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for blackberry
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
There are even blackberries, peaches, and apples.
—La Risa R. Lynch, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
From August 24 to September 7, The Terrace and Outdoor Gardens and Lobby Bar at The Times Square Edition has debuted the Grand Slamberry, a mix of Grey Goose, Chambord, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, melon foam and a blackberry garnish.
—Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
By Lindsey Bever The Washington Post Summer is berry season in the United States — the best time to find many fresh berries, including blueberries, blackberries and strawberries.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for blackberry
Cite this Entry
“Blackberry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blackberry. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationKids 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
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share