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cranberry tree

American  

noun

  1. highbush cranberry.

Etymology

Origin of cranberry tree

An Americanism dating back to 1805–15

Example Sentences

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Betty Ford introduced the traditional cranberry tree topiary in the Red Room in 1975, says former White House chief floral designer Laura Dowling.

From Washington Post • Nov. 28, 2022

The Gurgling Imps of Mummery Mum Called each other "My charming chum," And floated in tears of joy to see Their relatives hung in a cranberry tree.

From Poems by Macy, Arthur

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