WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from WordNet

Definitions from the Web

Bog Whortleberry

Definition:

Bog whortleberry, also known as marsh whortleberry or moorberry, is a small evergreen shrub of the heath family, native to moist and acidic boggy areas, particularly in North America.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. A small evergreen shrub (Vaccinium uliginosum) that bears small red berries and grows in boggy areas.

2. The edible fruit of the bog whortleberry.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

Bog whortleberry is often foraged in many regions for its delicious berries, which have a unique tart taste.

Local Usage:

In some rural areas, locals use bog whortleberry leaves to prepare traditional herbal teas with various health benefits.

Sample Sentences:

1. I went hiking in the bog and stumbled upon a patch of bog whortleberries.
2. She gathered a handful of bog whortleberries to make a flavorful jam.
3. The locals told me about a refreshing bog whortleberry tea they make.

Possible Related Products:

Explore bog whortleberry-related books, ingredients, or products on Amazon:

• Bog Whortleberry Books
• Bog Whortleberry Tea
• Bog Whortleberry Jam
• Bog Whortleberry Plants