Definition

1. Noun:
   • A specific type of rose: The damask rose is a large, hardy, and very fragrant pink rose. It is historically cultivated, particularly in Asia Minor, as a primary source for attar of roses (rose oil). It is an important parent species for many hybrid roses.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The garden's centerpiece was a beautiful damask rose, its fragrance filling the air.
  • Attar of roses, a precious essential oil, is traditionally distilled from the petals of the damask rose.

Advanced Usage

• Historical/Cultivation Context: The term is often used in historical, botanical, or perfumery contexts to denote this specific ancient cultivar.
  • The damask rose has been cultivated for centuries for its exquisite scent.

Variants and Related Words

• Rosa × damascena (n): The scientific name for the damask rose.
• Damask (adj/n): A rich, patterned fabric; when used as an adjective (e.g., 'damask linen'), it can imply a rich texture or pattern reminiscent of the rose's complexity or origin from Damascus.
• Rose (n): The general category of flowering shrubs to which the damask rose belongs.

Synonyms

• Rosa damascena: The Latin botanical name.
• Rose of Castile: A historical name sometimes used for similar roses.

Related Phrases

• Attar of roses: The essential oil derived from this rose.
  • The perfumer specialized in attar of roses from authentic damask roses.

Noun

1. large hardy very fragrant pink rose; cultivated in Asia Minor as source of attar of roses; parent of many hybrids