1. circular arrangements of leaves, petals, or other parts radiating from a center
Usage: botany
2. decorative designs or ornaments resembling roses, typically circular with radiating elements
Usage: architecture; decorative arts
3. ribbon badges or decorations worn as awards or symbols of achievement

Examples

• The succulent plant formed perfect rosettes of thick, fleshy leaves.
• Dandelions grow in low rosettes close to the ground.
• The cathedral’s facade featured elaborate stone rosettes above each window.
• Carved wooden rosettes decorated the antique furniture.
• The horse show winners wore colorful rosettes on their jackets.
• She pinned the blue rosette to her riding helmet after winning first place.
• The ceiling was adorned with plaster rosettes painted in gold.