rose oil

American

[rohz oil] / ˈroʊz ˌɔɪl /

noun

a pale yellow, green, or red, volatile, fragrant, sweet-tasting liquid, obtained by steam distillation from fresh roses, especially damask roses: used in flavoring and perfume.

First recorded in 1835–45

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Equity prices declined, sovereign bond yields rose, oil prices surged, and volatility increased across asset classes.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

So Mr Jain decided to turn his roses into rose water and rose oil.

From BBC • Oct. 2, 2023

It also carries aloe water, Nigerian hibiscus flower, rose oil and ylang-ylang oil to help hydrate the skin.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 15, 2022

Global stocks rose, oil prices fell back below $100 a barrel while safe-haven gold came off 18-month highs.

From Reuters • Feb. 25, 2022

But then I felt a small hand on my shoulder and smelled rose oil.

From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon

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