elderberry

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Etymology

    Compound of elder +‎ berry.

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    • IPA(key): /ˈɛldə(ɹ)ˌbɛɹi/
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    Noun

    elderberry (plural elderberries)

    1. Any shrub or tree of the genus Sambucus;
      Synonym: elder
    2. The small, edible, purplish-black fruit of this plant, used in cooking and to flavour drinks etc.

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