rosewater

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adjective

rose·​wa·​ter ˈrōz-ˌwȯ-tər How to pronounce rosewater (audio)
-ˌwä-
1
: affectedly nice or delicate
2
: having the odor of rose water

rose water

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noun

: a watery solution of the odoriferous constituents of the rose used as a perfume or a flavoring

Examples of rosewater in a Sentence

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Adjective
Since 2010, Lick Ice Cream has grown a reputation for nontraditional ice cream flavors such as gorgonzola candied pecan and rosewater pistachio brittle. Emily Sabens, Indianapolis Star, 13 Aug. 2017

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rosewater was in the 14th century

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“Rosewater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rosewater. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

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