Hackberry (Noun)
Meaning 1
Any of various trees of the genus Celtis having inconspicuous flowers and small berrylike fruits.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The park ranger pointed out a large hackberry tree towering above the others in the forest canopy.
- Kids loved to play under the hackberry tree in our backyard because of the sweet treats its branches provided.
- The landscaping crew carefully pruned the hackberry shrubs to maintain a neat and uniform appearance.
- Historically, hackberry wood was valued for furniture making due to its durability and attractive grain pattern.
- After the storm, a lone hackberry sapling stood tall amidst the destruction in our neighborhood.
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Meaning 2
Small edible dark purple to black berry with large pits; southern United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.