dogberry

/ˈdɒɡˌbɛri/

Definitions

1. noun

A shrub or small tree of the family Cornaceae, especially Cornus sericea, having red berries and white flowers.

“The forest was filled with dogberries, their red berries a favorite of the local birds.”

Synonyms

  • cornel
  • cornelian cherry

Antonyms

  • poisonous berry
  • unpalatable fruit