Meaning of the word bilberry in English

What does bilberry mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bilberry

US /ˈbɪl.ber.i/
UK /ˈbɪl.bər.i/
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Noun

a small, dark blue edible berry, similar to a blueberry, native to northern Europe and Asia, growing on a low-growing shrub

Example:
She gathered wild bilberries in the forest.
Bilberry jam is a traditional treat in Scandinavia.