Rosebud

/ˈrəʊzbʌd/

noun

The bud of a rose flower before it opens.

I saw a beautiful rosebud in the garden this morning.

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Pro Tip 1/3

Rosebud refers to an early growth stage of a rose, not a fully bloomed flower.

The gardener explained how the rosebud will soon blossom into a full rose.

Pro Tip 2/3

Rosebud can symbolize something precious about to unfold, often used metaphorically.

Their startup is a rosebud, with potential to grow into something great.

Pro Tip 3/3

Describing a rosebud can show careful observation in descriptive writing.

She noticed the dew on the rosebud, glistening in the morning sun.

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