damask rose

noun

: a hardy rose (Rosa damascena) widely introduced from Asia Minor and having large fragrant pink or white flowers that are the major source of attar of roses

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Word History

Etymology

obsolete Damask of Damascus, from obsolete Damask Damascus

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of damask rose was in 1540

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“Damask rose.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/damask%20rose. Accessed 29 Mar. 2025.

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