rose oil

noun

: a fragrant essential oil obtained from roses and used chiefly in perfumery and in flavoring

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Word History

First Known Use

1552, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rose oil was in 1552

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“Rose oil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rose%20oil. Accessed 17 May. 2026.

Medical Definition

rose oil

noun
: a fragrant essential oil obtained from roses and used chiefly in perfumery and in flavoring
especially : attar of roses

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