lingonberry

/ˈlɪŋɡənˌbɛri/
noun
  1. A small, tart red berry that grows on low evergreen shrubs in northern regions, often used in jams, sauces, and desserts.
    • We picked lingonberries in the forest and made a sauce to go with meatballs.
    • Lingonberry jam is a popular topping for pancakes in Scandinavia.
    • The tart flavor of lingonberry pairs well with sweet dishes.
  2. The shrub that produces these berries, Vaccinium vitis-idaea.
    • The lingonberry is a low-growing evergreen shrub with small leaves.
    • We planted a lingonberry bush in the garden last spring.
    • Lingonberry plants grow well in acidic soil and cold climates.
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