noun
rosebud
ROHZ-buhd
Rosebud (noun) means the unopened flower bud of a rose. Example: “A single rosebud sat in a slim glass vase on the table.”
noun
1
The unopened flower bud of a rose.
"A single rosebud sat in a slim glass vase on the table."
How to use rosebud
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA rose before it has fully bloomed.
Common pairings
a delicate rosebud
rosebud pink
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Word forms
- Plural
- rosebuds
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A single _____ sat in a slim glass vase on the table.
Etymology
A simple compound of rose and bud.
Frequently asked questions
What does “rosebud” mean?
The word “rosebud” means the unopened flower bud of a rose. In plain terms, a rose before it has fully bloomed.
How do you pronounce “rosebud”?
“Rosebud” is pronounced ROHZ-buhd (/ˈɹoʊz.bʌd/ in IPA).
How do you use “rosebud” in a sentence?
Here is “rosebud” used in a sentence: “A single rosebud sat in a slim glass vase on the table.”
What part of speech is “rosebud”?
“Rosebud” is a noun.
