Entry 1 sense Webster, 1913 Rosy /rōz'-ē/ · Ros·y · IPA /ˈɹoʊzi/ 01 a. Resembling a rose in color, form, or qualities; blooming; red; blushing; also, adorned with roses. 1. Resembling a rose in color, form, or qualities; blooming; red; blushing; also, adorned with roses. “A smile that glowed Celestial rosy-red, love's proper hue.” — Milton. “While blooming youth and gay delight Sit thy rosy cheeks confessed.” — Prior. Phrases & compounds Rosy cross — See the Note under Rosicrucian, n.