Provence rose
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Provence rose
First recorded in 1570–80
Example Sentences
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The Provence rose of history and old gardens, supposed to have been known to Pliny.
From The Garden, You, and I by Wright, Mabel Osgood
It was a rugged, rocky coast, but the hills of sunny Provence rose beyond.
From Views a-foot by Taylor, Bayard
Thanks to God," went on a cavalry officer at the other end of the table, "thanks to God the King's brother, Monseigneur the Count of Provence, rose to the emergency.
From The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution by Sue, Eug?ne
The white Provence rose apparently originated in this way.
From The Variation of Animals and Plants under Domestication — Volume 1 by Darwin, Charles
The little crowd looked towards the hall door; and from the midst of her companions, Helena Delacour, who now caught a glimpse of Belinda, sprang forward, throwing down her white Provence rose as she passed.
From Tales and Novels — Volume 03 by Edgeworth, Maria
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