black raspberry


noun
  1. the edible fruit of a prickly North American clambering shrub, Rubus occidentalis, resembling a raspberry in form and a blackberry in color.

  2. the plant itself.

Origin of black raspberry

1
An Americanism dating back to 1775–85

Words Nearby black raspberry

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How to use black raspberry in a sentence

  • The common black raspberry we have noticed elsewhere as one of the most profitable in cultivation.

    Soil Culture | J. H. Walden
  • The growth and leaves of the wild black raspberry are like those of the red raspberry, and it is found in the same localities.

    On the Trail | Lina Beard and Adelia Belle Beard
  • Blueberry, black raspberry and other sweet juices make excellent dressings for grains instead of milk or cream.

    The Laurel Health Cookery | Evora Bucknum Perkins
  • The black raspberry, which we called thimble berry, was found along the stone walls, but was not abundant.

  • Strawberry and black raspberry juice make better jelly if a little lemon juice is used.

    Science in the Kitchen. | Mrs. E. E. Kellogg