sour cherry

American  

noun

1. a cherry, Prunus cerasus, characterized by gray bark and the spreading habit of its branches.

2. the red, tart fruit of this tree, used in making pies and preserves.

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sour cherry British  

noun

1. a Eurasian rosaceous tree, Prunus cerasus, with white flowers: cultivated for its tart red fruits

2. the fruit of this tree Compare sweet cherry See also morello amarelle

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Etymology

Origin of sour cherry

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

He came to Azizam, which he described as a restaurant that serves the “Persian dishes that only your mom makes at home,” for backgammon and an albaloo or sour cherry spritz.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2025

This is a simple, easy-drinking witbier — pillowy soft, gently spiced — with sour cherry juice from the NoMa brewery.

From Washington Post • Mar. 31, 2023

Top with a second cake layer and then spread the apricot or sour cherry preserves on top, leaving 1/2-inch border uncovered along the perimeter.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 19, 2022

To conclude your candle lit feast, get two spoons for the Waialua chocolate lava cake with sour cherry compote and house-made Tahitian vanilla bean ice cream.

From Fox News • Feb. 13, 2022

It sounds weird, but it is actually delicious, especially when you drizzle it with sour cherry syrup and lime juice.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram