Definition

A type of berry that is a hybrid between a blackberry and a dewberry, known for its sweet, dark red fruit and commonly grown in the western United States.

Example

I picked some youngberries from the garden to make a delicious pie.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a youngberry?

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

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

That sounds delicious! I need to find some next time I go to the store.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Youngberry → The word is a combination of "young" (from Old English "geong", meaning youthful or not old) and "berry" (from Old English "berie", meaning a small fruit). The term "youngberry" refers to a type of berry that is harvested when it is still young or not fully ripe.

Memory Tip

Think of 'young' meaning youthful and 'berry' referring to a small fruit. This helps you remember that a youngberry is a type of berry that is picked when it is still young.

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