Meaning & use

cranberry

noun·Everyday

A small, tart, dark red berry that grows on a low shrub and is often made into sauce or juice.

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We served cranberry sauce alongside the turkey at Thanksgiving dinner.

She poured a glass of cranberry juice to go with her breakfast.

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Cranberries are notably tart, so they are usually sweetened before eating.

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