Definition

A type of plant that belongs to the Cistus or Helianthemum genera, known for its small, rose-like flowers that can be yellow, white, or reddish in color.

Example

The garden was filled with beautiful rockroses that bloomed in vibrant colors during the spring.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a rockrose in bloom?

No, I haven't! What do they look like?

They have these beautiful roselike flowers, often in yellow or white.

That sounds lovely! I should look for them next time I'm at the garden.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rockrose → The word is formed from "rock" (from Old English *rocc*, meaning a solid mineral material) and "rose" (from Latin *rosa*, meaning a type of flowering plant). The term "rockrose" refers to a flowering plant that typically grows in rocky areas.

Memory Tip

Think of a solid 'rock' and a beautiful 'rose' growing together — that's how you remember that 'rockrose' is a flowering plant found in rocky places.

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