Elderberry: meaning, definitions and examples

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elderberry

 

[ หˆษ›ldษ™rหŒbษ›ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

botanical fruit

Elderberry refers to the dark purple or black berries produced by several species of the Sambucus plant. These berries are known for their antioxidant properties and are often used in jams, jellies, and wines. Elderberries are also recognized for their potential health benefits, particularly in treating colds and flu symptoms. However, it is important to note that raw elderberries can be toxic if consumed in large amounts, so it is advisable to cook them before consumption.

Synonyms

European elder, Sambucus, black elder

Examples of usage

  • I made elderberry syrup for cold season.
  • The elderberry bushes in the garden are ripe for picking.
  • She loves elderberry wine for its unique taste.

Translations

Translations of the word "elderberry" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sambucus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅ‚เคขเคผเฅ€ เคฌเฅ‡เคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Holunder

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sambucus

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑัƒะทะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ czarny bez

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚จใƒซใƒ€ใƒผใƒ™ใƒชใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sureau

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ saรบco

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mรผrver

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—˜๋”๋ฒ ๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุชูˆุช ุงู„ุฃุณูˆุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bez ฤernรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bez ฤierny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŽฅ้ชจๆœจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bezeg

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ eldberja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั€ะฐ ะฑะธะดะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒšแƒ“แƒ”แƒ แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qara bษ™nzษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sauco

Etymology

The word 'elderberry' comes from the Old English 'aeld' which means 'fire' and 'berie' meaning 'berry'. This etymology suggests a historical association with the elder tree, which was often considered sacred and linked to various folklore. In ancient times, elder trees were believed to provide protection against evil spirits. The berries themselves have been utilized for centuries by various cultures for their nutritional and medicinal properties. In addition to being a food source, elderberry has a rich history in herbal medicine, with traditional uses ranging from treating respiratory infections to improving immune function. As modern science began to study these traditional practices, elderberry gained popularity in natural health circles for its high levels of antioxidants and vitamins.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,909 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.