noun
- plural of marshberry; berries that grow in marshy or wetland areas, typically small dark fruits found in boggy regions
Usage: chiefly regional or botanical; often refers to wild berries such as cranberries, cloudberries, or similar species native to wetlands
Examples
- The children gathered marshberries from the bog near their cottage.
- Marshberries are rich in antioxidants and have been used in traditional medicine.
- In autumn, the marshes were dotted with ripe marshberries.
- Local foragers know the best spots to find marshberries in the wetlands.
- The tart flavor of marshberries makes them ideal for jams and preserves.