rosary
1 synonym for rosary, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A string of beads used, especially by Catholics, to count prayers as they are recited.
Synonyms
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prayer beads
How to use rosary
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
say the rosary
a string of rosary beads
Etymology
From Latin rosarium, "rose garden," reused in church Latin for a garland of prayers — the same root that gives us "rosarium."
Full origin of rosary →Frequently asked questions
What does “rosary” mean?
The word “rosary” means a string of beads used, especially by Catholics, to count prayers as they are recited. In plain terms, prayer beads used in Catholic devotion, or the prayers said while using them.
How do you pronounce “rosary”?
“Rosary” is pronounced ROH-zuh-ree (/ˈɹoʊzəɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “rosary” in a sentence?
Here is “rosary” used in a sentence: “Her grandmother always kept a rosary in her coat pocket.”
What part of speech is “rosary”?
“Rosary” is a noun.
Where does the word “rosary” come from?
The word “rosary” comes from Latin. From Latin rosarium, "rose garden," reused in church Latin for a garland of prayers — the same root that gives us "rosarium.".
Is “rosary” a common word?
“Rosary” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “rosary” have?
“Rosary” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a string of beads used, especially by Catholics, to count prayers as they are recited.
