rosebud
Americannoun
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rosebuds
plural
noun
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the bud of a rose
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literary a pretty young woman
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Origin of rosebud
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“Rings for the girls could be Elvis or rosebud according to the age group. The boys were more likely to get things related to cars or football.”
From BBC ● Sep. 29, 2024
It’s modest compared with the residences of all my Sims, and every bill and breakage leaves me wishing I could just type rosebud and make it go away—but that’s life.
From Slate ● Apr. 3, 2024
It has faux-gold lining, with edges that gleam, and a pink-and-jade rosebud print across its surface.
From New York Times ● Apr. 13, 2022
“That last smirk he has is kind of a rosebud moment,” Crowe said.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 19, 2019
“These bits of lace are fastened under the chin with a rosebud, so,” and Meg illustrated by putting on the bonnet and regarding him with an air of calm satisfaction that was irresistible.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
For a bargain option, check out Trader Joe's Well Rested Herbal Tea, which touts chamomile, spearmint, peppermint, blackberry leaves, and rosebuds.
From Salon ● Apr. 18, 2025
On a balmy summer evening, Sary Gil of Norwalk tediously repairs one of his T-shirts with red thread using decorative stitches that look like rosebuds.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2024
Price: $29 Amazon Best Buy Apple Rose Bud Earrings This pair of earrings from Uncommon Goods features sustainably grown South American rosebuds and petals cast in a glassy eco-resin.
From The Verge ● Nov. 9, 2021
Spice boxes include a collection of salt-free seasonings like roasted garlic powder and whole rosebuds, and one with rubs like honey-raspberry and cherry blossom.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 6, 2021
Now she draws with a needle and thread, little knotted rosebuds, tulips made of silk thread.
From "The House on Mango Street" by Sandra Cisneros
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