Cranberry (noun)

1. A small, round, red or pinkish berry that grows on low-lying shrubs in wetlands, typically used in cooking or as a garnish.
2. A small, red or pinkish berry that is high in vitamin C and is often used to make juice, sauce, and jams.

Origin:

The word cranberry comes from the old english word "craneberie" which means a berry of the crane and it first appeared in the english language in the 14th century.

Examples:

1. The cranberry sauce was a perfect accompaniment to the turkey.
2. He had a glass of cranberry juice with his breakfast.
3. She made a cranberry pie for the Thanksgiving dinner.
4. The cranberries were used to make a relish.
5. The cranberries were used as a garnish on top of the cheesecake.