Definition of gallica
: a compact fragrant European rose (Rosa gallica) having usually pink, red, or crimson flowers that yield an oil used especially in perfumery
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Origin and Etymology of gallica
borrowed from New Latin, specific epithet of Rosa gallica, going back to Latin, feminine of Gallicus “ Gallic, French”
First Known Use: 1848
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