elderberry

noun — 2 senses

elderberry

noun

/ˈɛldə(ɹ)ˌbɛɹi/

Etymology Compound of elder + berry.

1

Any shrub or tree of the genus Sambucus;

2

The small, edible, purplish-black fruit of this plant, used in cooking and to flavour drinks etc.

Derived terms
elderberrying, elderberry wine
Related terms
sambuca

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