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golden rose

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noun

Roman Catholic Church.

  1. 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

He bore for his device a golden rose on an azure field.

From Life of George Washington — Volume 01 by Irving, Washington

Not a father, let his name be as old as the Crusades, his escutcheon decorated with "the golden rose," or the heraldic ermine of the emperors, who would not welcome him as a son-in-law.

From The Italians by Elliot, Frances

She chose from her closet a salmon-colored linen gown, slightly faded to a delicate golden rose.

From Out of the Air by Gillmore, Inez Haynes

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