Eglantines

/ˈɛɡlənˌtaɪnz/ noun

Definition

The plural form of eglantine; multiple wild roses of this species.

Etymology

Simple English pluralization of eglantine, following standard rules by adding -s to the singular noun form.

Kelly Says

The plural of this romantic flower appears rarely in modern English, but in medieval gardens, eglantines were often planted in fragrant hedgerows where they'd catch moonlight and fill night air with perfume.

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