a woman who is a graduate or former student of a specific school, college, or university. Origin of alumna. 1880-1885. 1880-85, Americanism; < Latin: foster daughter, pupil; feminine of alumnus.
There are thousands of species that fall under the genus Rosa, and roses are probably the most symbolic blooms in the language of flowers. Roses have different meanings depending on their colors, how fully bloomed they are and whether or not the leaves are left on the stems. To signify grace, send pink roses.
National Flower of the United States. The rose was designated the official flower and floral emblem of the United States of America in 1986. The rose is a symbol of love and beauty (as well as war and politics) the world over. Each of the 50 states has also adopted an official state flower, including the rose in New York, the Oklahoma rose in Oklahoma, the Cherokee rose in Georgia, and the wild prairie rose in Iowa and North Dakota. All State Flowers