Meaning & Definition of word "Blueberry"

Blueberry

/ˈbluːˌbɛri/

noun:

  • 1. A small, round, edible fruit that is typically blue or purple in color and grows on low bushes.
    • Example: She picked fresh blueberries from the bush in her backyard.
  • 2. The plant that bears blueberries, belonging to the genus Vaccinium.
    • Example: We planted a blueberry bush in our garden to enjoy home-grown fruit.
  • 3. A color that resembles the color of blueberry fruit.
    • Example: The walls of the room were painted a soft blueberry hue.

Etymology

From the compound words 'blue' and 'berry'. The term has been used since the early 19th century.

Common Phrases and Expressions

blueberry muffin:

A type of muffin that contains blueberries.

blueberry pie:

A pie made with blueberries.

blueberry bush:

A bush that produces blueberries.

Related Words

berry:

A small, juicy fruit, typically seedless or with small seeds.

fruit:

The sweet and fleshy product of a tree or other plant that contains seed.

Slang Meanings of blueberry

Meaning: A code word for something cool or trendy.

Example Sentence: That new car is totally blueberry!

Meaning: Refers to someone who is feeling down or sad.

Example Sentence: She's feeling a bit blueberry today.