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Synonyms & Similar Words
blueberry
bilberry
huckleberry
elderberry
gooseberry
currant
grape
raisin
cherry
plum
apricot
prune
fig
date
pomegranate
acai
goji
barberry
Boysenberry
lingonberry
mulberry
blackberry
raspberry
strawberry
dewberry
loganberry
youngberry
cranberry
wineberry
cloud berry
salal
thimbleberry
buffaloberry
silver buffaloberry
fox grape
scuppernong
muscadine
beach plum
Meaning of Cranberry
The primary meaning of the word "Cranberry" refers to a small, red or purple fruit that grows on a low-lying vine, often used in sauces, juices, and dried as a snack.
Definitions
- A small, red or purple fruit that grows on a low-lying vine, native to North America, and often used in sauces, juices, and dried as a snack.
- * A plant that produces cranberries, characterized by its low-lying, woody stems and small, pink or purple flowers.
Etymology of Cranberry
The word "Cranberry" originates from the Dutch word "kran" or "krane", meaning crane, and "berry", likely due to the resemblance of the plant's flowers to a crane's neck or the fact that cranes were often found in the same wetland habitats as the plants.
The word has been used in English since the 17th century to refer to the fruit and the plant.
Example Uses
- Cranberries are often used in sauces and relishes to accompany turkey and other meats during the holidays.
- * The cranberry juice is a popular drink, often consumed for its potential health benefits.
- * Cranberries can be dried and used in oatmeal, yogurt, or as a snack on their own.