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Definition of blackberry

blackberry

/ˈblækˌbɛr.i/
black · ber · ry

Plural:blackberries
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• noun

1

The edible, aggregate fruit of various plants in the genus Rubus, which is typically dark purple or black when ripe and consists of many small drupelets.

Example

"We spent the afternoon picking fresh blackberries in the woods to bake a summer pie."


2

A prickly, scrambling shrub or vine of the rose family (genus Rubus) that produces dark, aggregate fruits, native primarily to north temperate regions.

Example

"The invasive blackberry has completely overgrown the old fence line with its thick, thorny canes."


3

A brand of early smartphone, developed by a Canadian company, historically recognized for featuring a physical QWERTY keyboard and highly secure corporate email capabilities.

Example

"Before modern touchscreens dominated the market, almost every corporate executive relied on a BlackBerry to send emails on the go."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'blæcberige', a compound of 'blæc' (black) and 'berige' (berry), referencing the dark color of the ripe fruit.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Blackberry. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/blackberry
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