rowanberry

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  • The small spherical fruits of the rowan or European rowan (Sorbus aucuparia), a species of rowan (), native to most of Europe except for the far south, and northern Asia; the fruits are bitter and inedible if uncooked, but may be used in the making of jellies and jams.

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Compound from English rowan + English berry (thrash, beat).

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berry

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thrash, beat

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