Rosebush

/ˈroʊzˌbʌʃ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A shrub or bush that produces roses.

The rosebush in my garden is in full bloom this spring.

A plant of the genus Rosa, typically having thorny stems and fragrant flowers.

She pruned the rosebush to encourage new growth.

A common ornamental plant cultivated for its beautiful flowers.

He chose a red rosebush to enhance the landscape around his home.

A variety of rose cultivated for specific characteristics such as color or fragrance.

This rosebush is a hybrid known for its vibrant yellow blooms.

The word 'rosebush' is a compound of 'rose', derived from Latin 'rosa', and 'bush', from Old English 'busc'.

stop and smell the roses

Take time to enjoy the pleasant things in life.

every rose has its thorn

There are negative aspects to everything good.

a bed of roses

A situation or condition of ease and comfort.

rose

A flowering plant known for its beauty and fragrance.

thorn

A sharp, pointed growth on a plant, often found on rosebushes.

shrub

A woody plant that is smaller than a tree and typically has multiple stems.

A metaphor for a romantic relationship.

He's just a rosebush, full of beauty but with some prickly sides.

A source of trouble or complications.

Taking on that project is like tending to a rosebush – beautiful, but full of thorns.