nannyberry

[ nan-ee-ber-ee ]

noun

, plural nan·ny·ber·ries.

1. sheepberry.

Word History and Origins

Origin of nannyberry¹

1780–90; nanny ( goat ) + berry

Example Sentences

Rusty nannyberry (Viburnum rufotomentosum) is a similar species, but attains a larger size, and grows from Virginia to Texas.

From Project Gutenberg

The rusty nannyberry is easily distinguished by the rusty hairs that clothe its new shoots and the stems and veins of the leaves.

From Project Gutenberg