raspberry
|rasp-ber-ry|
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🇺🇸
/ˈræzˌbɛri/
🇬🇧
/ˈrɑːzbəri/
small, soft fruit
Etymology
Etymology Information
'raspberry' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'raspise,' where 'rasp-' meant 'rough berry.'
Historical Evolution
'raspise' transformed into the modern English word 'raspberry' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a rough berry,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small, soft, red or black fruit.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, soft, red or black fruit that grows on bushes and is often eaten fresh or used in cooking.
She picked fresh raspberries from the garden.
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Last updated: 2025/06/26 01:55