black raspberry

noun

: a raspberry (Rubus occidentalis) of eastern North America that has a purplish-black fruit and is the source of several cultivated varieties

called also blackcap

Examples of black raspberry in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This Cabernet is known for its elegance, with notes of black raspberry, vanilla, and cocoa. Noel Burgess, Forbes, 17 Sep. 2024 Blackberries tolerate higher temperatures and wetter soil, while raspberries and black raspberries require more soil drainage and cooler tempers. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2024 Vanilla, chocolate and strawberry are all classics but some shops also offers flavors like black raspberry, chocolate hazelnut and Carvelite versions of select flavors (a less-caloric version). Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 7 Aug. 2024 The 2021 estate Pinot Noir has aromas of red raspberry, Oolong black tea, and orange rind that transfer seamlessly to flavors of black raspberry, red cherry, and powdered allspice. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 2 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for black raspberry 

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Word History

First Known Use

1759, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of black raspberry was in 1759

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“Black raspberry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/black%20raspberry. Accessed 28 Sep. 2024.

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