moss rose

noun

1. a variety of rose, Rosa centrifolia muscosa, having a mosslike growth on the calyx and stem.

2. rose moss.

moss rose

noun

1. a variety of rose, Rosa centifolia muscosa, that has a mossy stem and calyx and fragrant pink flowers

Word History and Origins

Origin of moss rose¹

First recorded in 1725–35

Example Sentences

The former might run as little as $20, while the packet of moss rose seeds I ordered, hoping to delight my toddler, cost $3.85.

From Washington Post

When his mother shuffled up to Dawit’s, Moss rose without a word, let her pull him into an embrace.

From Literature

In League Two, it’s a big day for Sol Campbell, who takes charge of his first match at Macclesfield’s Moss Rose.

From The Guardian

League Two leaders MK Dons are at Stevenage, while right at the bottom we await news of whether Sol Campbell will be in the rickety main stand at the Moss Rose to run the rule over his mooted new charges, Macclesfield Town.

From The Guardian

Bury are burying the Silkmen; it is 4-1 at Moss Rose.

From The Guardian