Definition

A type of fruit that is a hybrid between a blackberry and a raspberry, known for its large size and sweet taste.

Example

I picked some tayberries from the garden to make a pie.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a tayberry?

No, I haven't! What do they taste like?

They're really sweet, kind of a mix between a raspberry and a blackberry.

That sounds delicious! I need to find some next time I go grocery shopping.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tayberry → The word 'tayberry' is a blend of 'Tay' (referring to the River Tay in Scotland, where the berry was first cultivated) and 'berry' (from Old English 'berie', meaning a small fruit). The tayberry is a type of fruit that is a cross between a raspberry and a blackberry, named after its geographical origin.

Memory Tip

Imagine a berry that comes from the River Tay in Scotland — that's how you can remember that a tayberry is a special fruit named after its place of origin.

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