English · Nature & Environment
rose
/roʊz/
[/roʊz/]
thorny fragrant flower
Beginnernoun
Definition
A sweet-smelling flower, often red, pink, or white, that grows on a bush with thorns.
Example
He gave her a single red rose, and she smiled at the romantic gesture.
He gave her a single red rose, and she smiled at the romantic gesture.
Etymology
From Latin 'rosa', a rose.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in gardens, gifts, and symbolism.
Literary Heritage
Shakespeare wrote 'A rose by any other name would smell as sweet' in Romeo and Juliet.
Cultural Note
The rose is a worldwide symbol of love and is the national flower of several countries.