rosehip

/roʊsˈhɪp/

Definitions

1. noun

The fleshy, edible part of a rose, especially the fruit of the rose hip, or the shrub itself.

“She used the rosehips to make a homemade jam.”

2. noun

A shrub or small tree of the genus Rosa, especially one with large, showy flowers.

“The rosehip bush in the garden was in full bloom during the summer.”

3. noun

A part or process of a plant that is similar to a rosehip, especially in being a fleshy, edible part.

“The hawthorn berry is similar to a rosehip in its texture and taste.”

Synonyms

  • hawthorn
  • rose

Antonyms

  • rosebud
  • thorn