pokeberry

/ˈpoʊkˌbɛri/
noun
  1. 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.
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