nannyberry

American

[nan-ee-ber-ee] / ˈnæn iˌbɛr i /

noun

plural

nannyberries

sheepberry.

Etymology

Origin of nannyberry

1780–90; nanny ( goat ) + berry

Example Sentences

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Recommended plants include native nannyberry, buttonbush, common winterberry, and silky dogwood.

From Washington Times

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

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