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Definition of pineberry
pineberry
/ˈpaɪnˌbɛr.i/
pine · ber · ry
Plural:pineberries
pineberry Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A hybrid cultivar of strawberry characterized by its white to pale pink flesh, red seeds, and a distinct flavor and aroma reminiscent of a pineapple.
Example
"We decided to plant a few pineberry bushes in the garden this year to add a unique, tropical flavor to our summer fruit salads."
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Word Origin & Etymology
A portmanteau of 'pineapple' and 'strawberry,' introduced in the early 21st century for a white strawberry cultivar (a hybrid of Fragaria chiloensis and Fragaria virginiana) that possesses a pineapple-like flavor.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pineberry. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pineberry