WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from WordNet

Definitions from the Web

Definition of Rose-Root

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

A rose-root refers to the root of a rose plant. It is the underground part that helps anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.

Sense 2:

Rose-root can also refer to the root of plants from the genus Rhodiola, commonly known as roseroot or golden root. It is believed to have medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Rose-Root used as an adjective would refer to something that is strongly associated with or reminiscent of roses or roseroot plants.

Example Sentence: The perfume had a delicate rose-root aroma that filled the room.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1:

If used as a verb, rose-root would mean to extract or obtain the root of a rose plant or a roseroot plant.

Example Sentence: The herbalist rose-rooted the plant carefully to preserve its medicinal properties.

Sense 2:

Rose-root can also be used as a verb to describe the action of establishing or growing roses or roseroot plants from their roots.

Example Sentence: Rose-rooting is a common propagation method used by gardeners to produce new rose varieties.

Related Products on Amazon:

• Rose Plants
• Roseroot Supplements
• Rose Perfumes