pokeberry
/ˈpoʊkˌbɛri/
noun
- The dark purple berry of the pokeweed plant, which is poisonous to humans and animals.
- The children were warned not to eat the pokeberries they found in the field.
- Birds often eat pokeberries without getting sick, but they are dangerous for pets.
- Pokeberries can be used to make a natural dye, but they are toxic if ingested.