rosace

A large rosace adorns the center of the cathedral's facade.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A rose window: "rosace" is an architectural term for a large, circular window with radial tracery, often found in Gothic cathedrals, resembling a rose.
   • A rose-shaped ornament: "rosace" also refers to a decorative motif or ornament shaped like a rose, used in various art forms and design.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The cathedral's rosace was a masterpiece of stained glass. (The large circular window was intricately designed and colourful.)
  • The ceiling featured a carved rosace in the center. (A rose-shaped ornament decorated the ceiling.)

Advanced Usage

• "rosace window": an alternative term for a rose window.

  • The rosace window cast colorful light into the nave. (The circular window with stained glass lit the church interior.)

• "rosace pattern": a design element featuring symmetrical, rose-like shapes.

  • The wallpaper had a subtle rosace pattern. (The repeating rose-shaped motif decorated the walls.)

Variants and Related Words

• Rosaceous (adj): relating to or resembling a rose; belonging to the rose family.

  • The rosaceous flower bloomed in the garden. (A flower similar to a rose.)

• Rosette (n): a small, rose-shaped ornament or badge.

  • She wore a rosette on her lapel. (A small, ribbon-like rose decoration.)

Synonyms

• Rose window: a circular window with tracery.
• Roundel: a circular decorative element.

Phrasal Verbs

(No common phrasal verbs are associated with "rosace".)

Related Idioms

(No common idioms are associated with "rosace".)