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nannyberry

American  
[nan-ee-ber-ee] / ˈnæn iˌbɛr i /

noun

nannyberries plural
  1. sheepberry.


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Etymology

Origin of nannyberry

1780–90; nanny ( goat ) + berry

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

From Trees Worth Knowing by Rogers, Julia Ellen

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