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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The triple berry Frosty, which also hit stores June 10, combines strawberry, blackberry and raspberry flavors.
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Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 11 June 2024
Watermelon and honeydew bring mild melon goodness to the table, and vibrant berries like blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries bring beautiful pops of color.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 5 June 2024
Surrounding the basket is fresh strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries.
—Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 23 May 2024
For a taste of summer, turn to these fresh berry pie ideas starring sweet strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and more.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2024
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Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 11 June 2024
Watermelon and honeydew bring mild melon goodness to the table, and vibrant berries like blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries bring beautiful pops of color.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 5 June 2024
Surrounding the basket is fresh strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries.
—Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 23 May 2024
For a taste of summer, turn to these fresh berry pie ideas starring sweet strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and more.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2024
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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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