blueberry
noun
blue·ber·ry
ˈblü-ˌber-ē 
-ˌbe-rē,
-b(ə-)rē
: the edible blue or blackish berry of any of several North American plants (genus Vaccinium) of the heath family
also
: a low or tall shrub producing these berries
Examples of blueberry in a Sentence
a pie made with blueberries
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Cranberries and blueberries feature unique flavors and boast a number of health benefits.
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Set the pan over medium-high heat and stir in sugar, blueberries, lemon juice, orange zest, cinnamon and cloves.
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Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2025
Cranberries and blueberries feature unique flavors and boast a number of health benefits.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 20 Dec. 2025
Set the pan over medium-high heat and stir in sugar, blueberries, lemon juice, orange zest, cinnamon and cloves.
—Francesca Giuliani Hoffman, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025
Berries Berries—including blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries—are delicious and rich in heart-healthy fiber.
—Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for blueberry
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“Blueberry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blueberry. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.
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blueberry
noun
blue·ber·ry
-ˌber-ē
-b(ə-)rē
: the edible blue or blackish small-seeded berry of any of several plants of the heath family
also
: a low or tall shrub producing these berries compare huckleberry sense 1
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