Cranberry Bush (Noun)
Meaning
Deciduous North American shrub or small tree having three-lobed leaves and red berries.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The vibrant red berries of the cranberry bush are a striking contrast to the drab winter landscape.
- After a warm summer, the cranberry bush's three-lobed leaves began to change to a rich yellow hue.
- Native American communities have traditionally harvested cranberries from the wild cranberry bush for food and medicinal purposes.
- Cranberry bush has become a popular choice for ornamental gardens in temperate climates due to its unique berries and striking fall foliage.
- To protect the local ecosystem, the park ranger removed non-native shrubs to allow the natural growth of cranberry bushes in the area.