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golden rose

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noun

Roman Catholic Church.

a gold, bejeweled ornament in the form of a rose or spray of roses, blessed and presented by the pope in recognition of service to the Holy See.

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Dow is also known for her crocheting skills and has crafted items such as a golden rose to commemorate Marlie Packer's 100th cap.

From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2025

Note the elaborate, asymmetrical textures of the fabric, the whimsical curve of the shoulders — and that perfect golden rose, which looks as if it grew there.

From Seattle Times ● Jul. 9, 2023

Joy is within our reach, a golden rose on the tree of life, and it is for you to gather it or to hold your hand.

From Olive in Italy by Dalton, Moray

When we had gathered as many flowers as we could carry, we strolled back to the camp to watch the sunset transmute the snowy crest of Haramok to a golden rose.

From A Holiday in the Happy Valley with Pen and Pencil by Swinburne, T. R.

Possibly it is from this allegory of paradise that the rite of the "golden rose" which the Pope blesses on Quadragesima Sunday is derived.

From Pagan and Christian Rome by Lanciani, Rodolfo Amedeo

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