rosette
4 synonyms for rosette, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A rose-shaped ornament or badge, often made of ribbon, given as a prize or worn as a symbol.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
russet scab
stem canker
rose window
little potato
How to use rosette
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
win a rosette
a first-place rosette
Etymology
Borrowed from French rosette, literally a "little rose," from rose plus the diminutive suffix -ette.
Full origin of rosette →Frequently asked questions
What does “rosette” mean?
The word “rosette” means a rose-shaped ornament or badge, often made of ribbon, given as a prize or worn as a symbol. In plain terms, a round, rose-shaped decoration, often given as an award.
How do you pronounce “rosette”?
“Rosette” is pronounced roh-ZEHT (/ɹoʊˈzɛt/ in IPA).
How do you use “rosette” in a sentence?
Here is “rosette” used in a sentence: “Her horse won a blue rosette at the county show.”
What part of speech is “rosette”?
“Rosette” is a noun.
Where does the word “rosette” come from?
The word “rosette” comes from French. Borrowed from French rosette, literally a "little rose," from rose plus the diminutive suffix -ette.
