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rosy
adjective \ˈrō-zē\
: having a pink color
: having or producing hope for success or happiness in the future
ros·i·erros·i·est
Full Definition of ROSY
1
a : of the color rose b : having a pinkish usually healthy-looking complexion : blooming c : marked by blushes
2
: characterized by or tending to promote optimism <a rosy outlook>
— ros·i·ness noun
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First Known Use of ROSY
14th century
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ROSINESS Defined for Kids
rosy
adjective \ˈrō-zē\
ros·i·erros·i·est
Definition of ROSY for Kids
1
: having a pink color <Gabriel's rosy cheeks stayed pink, even when he slept. — Lois Lowry, The Giver>
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