rose of Sharon — rose′ of Shar′on n. 1) pln Also called althea a widely cultivated shrub or small tree, Hibiscus syriacus of the mallow family, having showy white, reddish, or purplish flowers. 2) pln a St. John s wort, Hypericum calycinum, having evergreen… … From formal English to slang
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