DAMASK ROSE


Meaning of DAMASK ROSE in English

noun

Etymology: from obsolete Damask of Damascus, from obsolete Damask Damascus, from Middle English Damaske, from Latin Damascus, from Greek Damaskos

: a large hardy very fragrant pink rose ( Rosa damascena ) of unknown origin that is largely cultivated in Asia Minor as a source of attar of roses and is a parent of many hybrid perpetual roses

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