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The character 玫, formed by the jade radical 玉 and the component 文, initially represented a variety of red jade or gemstone in early Chinese usage, with its structure implying a connection to precious stones and the component 文 providing phonetic guidance. Through historical linguistic development, its application shifted within the compound 玫瑰, which first referred to a type of gem but later became the standard term for the rose flower, thereby transferring the attributes of rarity and aesthetic appeal from mineral to plant. This change in meaning reflects an adaptive process where the character retained its core association with value while acquiring a new botanical significance.
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她送我一朵玫瑰。
玫瑰的颜色很红。
花园里有许多玫瑰。
这些玫瑰非常美丽。
他每天给玫瑰浇水。
玫瑰的香味让人心情愉快。
如果你送她玫瑰，她会很高兴。
在清晨的露水中，玫瑰显得格外娇艳。