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

The blueberry layer brings deep sweetness and vibrant color, while Meyer lemon adds a floral brightness that keeps the parfaits tasting fresh and lively. —Laura McLively, Mercury News, 8 June 2026

Use buckwheat flour and top the pancakes with blueberries, blackberries and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. —Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 8 June 2026

And in order to maintain a nutritious balance to each of these meals, consider adding cut-up vegetables (like celery or carrots) or fruit (strawberries or blueberries are easy options) to the plate. —Stephanie Ganz, Parents, 7 June 2026

Look for firm, plump blueberries with smooth skin. —Lindsay Curtis, Health, 6 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing blueberry

• alpine blueberry
• bog blueberry
• highbush blueberry

Rhymes for blueberry

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

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