# blueberry

/ˈbɫuˌbɛɹi/ (US) · /blˈuːbɛɹi/ (UK) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/blueberry
Updated: 2026-05-06

## Definition

a small, round, blue or purple fruit that grows on a bush. It is sweet and often used in muffins or pancakes.

For teachers: a small, edible, glaucous-blue berry produced by various species of the genus Vaccinium. Used in the singular for individual fruits and in the plural or as a quantity in culinary contexts.

## Examples

- I like to put a fresh blueberry on top of my yogurt.
- The recipe calls for a cup of frozen blueberries, but fresh ones work better if they are in season.
- Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, the blueberry has transitioned from a wild-foraged seasonal treat to a staple of the global health-food market.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used as a modifier in compound nouns like 'blueberry muffin' or 'blueberry pie'.

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