cowberry

• 一种矮小的常绿灌木，生长在北方温带地区，结小而酸的红浆果，类似蔓越莓但更小；也指这种植物的果实。

A noun referring to a low evergreen shrub native to northern temperate regions, which produces small, tart red berries similar to but smaller than cranberries.

1. B2formal

   A low-growing evergreen shrub found in cool northern regions of Europe, Asia, and America, which produces small red berries.

   越橘

   • The cowberry shrub thrives in acidic soil and cold climates.
   • We found cowberry bushes growing wild along the mountain trail.
   • Cowberry plants are often used as ground cover in northern gardens.

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2. B2formalculinary

   The small, tart, red fruit of the cowberry shrub, similar in taste to cranberries but smaller.

   越橘果

   • Cowberries are often used to make jams and sauces.
   • She picked a basket of cowberries for the pie.
   • The tart flavor of cowberries pairs well with game dishes.

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