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Meaning of raspberry
The primary meaning of the word "raspberry" is a sweet and tart fruit that grows on a bush with thorny canes.
Etymology of raspberry
The word "raspberry" has its roots in the 16th century, derived from the Latin words "rubus" meaning bramble and "idareus" or possibly "rasp" referring to the removal of the fruit's core, with the suffix "-berry" added to form the English word.
Historically, raspberries have been cultivated in Europe since the 16th century and were highly valued for their flavor and medicinal properties.
Synonyms
strawberry
blueberry
blackberry
cranberry
gooseberry
currant
cherry
plum
apricot
peach
nectarine
orange
grape
kiwi
mango
pineapple
papaya
watermelon
honeydew
cantaloupe
muskmelon
raspberry bush
bramble
cane
fruit
berry
bush fruit
soft fruit
summer fruit
stone fruit
tropical fruit
exotic fruit
wild fruit
jungle fruit
Definitions
- A sweet and tart fruit that grows on a bush with thorny canes, typically red or yellow when ripe.
- The bush itself, which has prickly stems and edible fruit.
- A color similar to that of the fruit, typically a deep pinkish-red.
Usage Examples
- The raspberry jam was made from fresh raspberries picked from the garden.
- The color of the dress was a deep raspberry that complemented her skin tone.
- The raspberry bush in the backyard produced an abundance of fruit every summer.