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Definition of «rosebud»

The term "rosebud" refers to a small, tightly closed bud on a rose plant. It is often used metaphorically or symbolically in literature and film to represent innocence, purity, hope, love, or nostalgia. In the 1941 movie "Citizen Kane," directed by Orson Welles, the last scene shows a sled with the name "Rosebud" on it as the protagonist's final word before dying. The term has since become synonymous with the idea of discovering one's deepest secret or uncovering hidden truths.

Usage examples

  1. She received a bouquet of roses for her birthday, and nestled among them was a beautiful rosebud, just beginning to bloom.
  2. The gardener carefully pruned the rosebush, removing all the dead flowers and leaves to encourage new rosebuds to form.
  3. Elizabeth couldn't help but notice the delicate rosebud tattooed on her best friend's wrist, a reminder of their shared love for flowers.
  4. As the sunrise painted the sky with shades of pink and orange, the first rays of light kissed the rosebuds, turning them into a vibrant display of colors.
  5. The little girl carefully plucked a rosebud from the garden and handed it to her mother, saying, "This is for you, Mommy. It's just like our love, beautiful and growing every day."
  6. In Citizen Kane, the movie's legendary opening scene features a close-up shot of a snow globe with a tiny model of a mansion, inscribed with the word "Rosebud," sparking a journey to uncover the mysterious meaning behind it.
  7. Walking through the botanical garden, visitors were captivated by the intoxicating fragrance of the rose garden, where countless rosebuds promised a spectacular display once they fully blossomed.

Sentences with «rosebud»

  • My chest is as flat as a shield, marked only by two pink rosebuds of nipples. (bookbrowse.com)
  • «A year after the world fell in love with the sensational, sell - out green lipstick that transforms into your own flattering shade of rosebud pink, Lipstick Queen brings you Frog Prince Cream Blush with the same pH reacting, color - changing technology. (goodhousekeeping.com)
  • Don't forget to care for those beautiful rosebud lips. (verywellfamily.com)
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