Noun
/ˈɛɡ.lən.taɪn/
Meaning: Eglantine refers to a type of wild rose, specifically known for its sweet fragrance. The term often denotes the species Rosa eglanteria, which is commonly referred to as the sweetbriar rose.
Use in English Language: Eglantine is used primarily in botanical and literary contexts. While it is not a common term in everyday conversation, it appears in literature, poetry, and discussions relating to flora.
Frequency of Use: Eglantine is relatively infrequent in both spoken and written English, mostly confined to specific contexts such as gardening, botany, and poetry.
The garden was adorned with eglantine roses, their sweet fragrance filling the air.
Сад был украшен eglantine-розами, их сладкий аромат наполнял воздух.
She picked an eglantine from the hedgerow, marveling at its delicate petals.
Она сорвала eglantine из живой изгороди, восторгаясь её нежными лепестками.
The poet described the eglantine as a symbol of fleeting beauty.
Поэт описал eglantine как символ мимолетной красоты.
Eglantine is not commonly found in idiomatic expressions; however, roses in general often symbolize beauty, love, and sometimes, challenges (as in "every rose has its thorn").
Every eglantine has its thorn, reminding us that beauty often comes with pain.
Каждая eglantine имеет свои шипы, напоминая нам, что красота часто приходит с болью.
To smell the eglantine is to embrace life’s bittersweet moments.
Пахнуть eglantine – значит принимать горько-сладкие моменты жизни.
Like the eglantine in bloom, love can be both enchanting and fleeting.
Как eglantine в цвету, любовь может быть как очаровательной, так и мимолетной.
The term "eglantine" comes from Middle English eglantine, which is derived from Old French églantine, and further from Latin acantha, meaning thorn or prickle, due to the thorny nature of the plant. This botanical reference reflects its characteristics.
Synonyms: - Sweetbriar - Rosa eglanteria
Antonyms: Due to its specific nature, direct antonyms are scarce. However, less favorable floral terms might include: - Thornbush (in a metaphorical context as something less pleasant)