Etymology

under the rose

Today it means: In secret; secretly, privately. Full definition →

First used 16th c.Latin sub rosā
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  1. Latin · calque ofsub rosā
  2. English todayunder the rose

Calque of Latin sub rosā.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 16th c. In secret; secretly, privately.

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