rosewater

English - Turkish

Definition of rosewater in English Turkish dictionary

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English - English

Definition of rosewater in English English dictionary

A liquid produced by steeping rose petals in water, used as a coloring agent and flavoring ingredient in certain foods

{n} water distilled from roses

Having the odor of rose water; hence, affectedly nice or delicate; sentimental

{i} water impregnated with the essential oil of roses (used as a perfume)

Rosewater is a liquid which is made from roses and which has a pleasant smell. It is used as a perfume and in cooking. a liquid made from roses which has a pleasant smell

Related Terms

rosewater sailor

An officer who is incompetent, or not well-suited for the seas

Synonyms

rose syrup

Etymology

[ 'rOz-"wo-t&r, -"wä- ] (adjective.) 1840. rose +‎ water