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mallow rose

American  

noun

  1. a rose mallow of the genus Hibiscus.

Etymology

Origin of mallow rose

First recorded in 1830–40

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The Rev. Eli Mallow rose slowly from his seat, and, with an agonised look in his face, walked up and down the room for some time before sinking back into his chair.

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