Meaning & use

razzberry

noun·Everyday

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An informal spelling of "raspberry" used for the rude noise made by blowing air through the lips and tongue to show scorn or mockery.

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The comedian blew a loud razzberry at the heckler in the front row.

Kids in the back seat kept making razzberries just to annoy their sister.

A note on using this word

This spelling reflects how the word is pronounced and is mainly used for the mocking noise rather than the fruit, which keeps the standard spelling "raspberry."

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