love roses

Cherish thorny flowers

Love roses is to have a strong affection or enthusiasm for roses—the flowers, their fragrance, their appearance in gardens or arrangements.

The phrase typically describes someone who appreciates or cultivates roses: My grandmother loved roses and kept dozens of varieties in her garden.

It can also refer to romantic associations with the flower: She loves roses, so he brings them on anniversaries.

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  • bouquetArranged cluster of blooms
  • redPrimary color, warm
  • bloomFlower or flourishing state
  • giftItem given freely
  • affectionWarm emotional attachment

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G