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In Labrador and parts of Canada, 'redberry' is a common name for the lingonberry or cowberry, a small, tart red berry that grows in boreal and subarctic regions.

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#1·Apr 28, 2026

In Labrador and parts of Canada, 'redberry' is a common name for the lingonberry or cowberry, a small, tart red berry that grows in boreal and subarctic regions. It's used in jams, sauces, and traditional Indigenous foods. The term is a practical, descriptive local name used in areas where the plant is common, distinguishing it from other regional berry names. In Newfoundland and Labrador, foraging for redberries in late summer is a well-established seasonal tradition.

Origin: Straightforward descriptive compound from 'red' and 'berry,' referring to the color of the fruit. Editorial expansion authored on Slangora.
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#2·Apr 27, 2026

(Canada, Labrador) The lingonberry or cowberry, .

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