Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
huckleberry
Noun
/ˈhʌkəlˌbɛri/
Definition
A type of small, round fruit that grows on a shrub, typically blue or purple in color, and often used in jams, pies, and desserts.
Examples
- Food: I made a delicious huckleberry pie for dessert.
- Nature: We picked fresh huckleberries during our hike in the mountains.
- Idiomatic: He’s always there to help; he’s my huckleberry for life.
Meaning
The huckleberry is a sweet berry that can be eaten raw or used in various culinary dishes. It is native to North America and is found in many regions, often in mountainous areas.
Synonyms
- berry
- blueberry
- wildberry
