Strawberry

/ˈstrɔːˌbɛr.i/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A soft red fruit with a sweet taste, typically eaten fresh or used in desserts, drinks, and jams.

I picked fresh strawberries from the garden to make a pie.

The plant (genus Fragaria) that produces strawberries, often grown for its edible fruit.

The strawberry plant requires lots of sunlight to produce ripe fruit.

A shade of red resembling the color of a ripe strawberry.

She painted her nails a lovely strawberry hue.

From Middle English streawberige, which is a combination of 'straw' referring to the plant's runners and 'berry'.

Strawberry shortcake

A dessert made with strawberries, cream, and cake.

Strawberry fields

A reference to a place or state of bliss, often used in pop culture.

To have a strawberry sense of humor

To find humor in unexpected situations.

jam

A sweet spread made from cooked fruit and sugar, including strawberries.

smoothie

A thick drink made from blended fruits, often including strawberries.

tart

A baked dish usually with a filling, which can include strawberries.

A term of endearment, often for a sweet person.

You're such a strawberry, always making everyone smile.

Used in some contexts to refer to something particularly delightful or desirable.

That new cafe has the most strawberry pastries!