Hackberry

/ˈhækberi/ noun

Definition

A North American tree of the elm family with edible berries, also called nettletree, known for its resilience in harsh conditions.

Etymology

From hack (possibly from a Native American language or onomatopoeia) plus berry. The exact origin of hack- is debated, but the plant has been known to English speakers since colonial times.

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Hackberry trees are tougher than almost any other tree—they can survive floods, drought, pollution, and salt, which is why they're secretly everywhere in cities but nobody notices them.

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