Definition

A type of shrub found in North America that produces clusters of small, red or white berries, often used in gardens and landscaping.

Example

The coralberry bush in my garden is full of bright red berries this season.

Conversation

Have you seen the coralberry bushes in the park lately?

Yeah, they look beautiful with all those bright red berries!

I love how they add color to the landscape in winter.

Absolutely! They really brighten up the whole area.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coralberry is formed from "coral" (from Latin *corallium*, meaning a marine invertebrate that forms reefs) and "berry" (from Old English *berie*, meaning a small fruit). The word refers to a type of berry that resembles coral in color or appearance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'coral' as a beautiful marine structure and 'berry' as a small fruit. This helps you remember that coralberry is a fruit that looks like coral.

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