Meaning of NOSEGAY
| Pronunciation: | | 'nowz`gey
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| | Definition: | | [n] an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present |
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| | Synonyms: | | bouquet, corsage, posy |
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| | See Also: | | flower arrangement | |
| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Nose"gay`\, n. [Nose + gay in the sense of a gay or
showy thing.]
A bunch of odorous and showy flowers; a bouquet; a posy.
--Pope.
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| | Related Terms: | | aroma, bale, balminess, bindle, bolt, boughpot, bouquet, boutonniere, budget, bundle, buttonhole, chaplet, corsage, deck, fagot, fardel, fasces, fascine, festoon, flower arrangement, fragrance, fragrancy, fruitiness, garland, incense, lei, muskiness, odor, pack, package, packet, parcel, perfume, posy, quiver, redolence, roll, rouleau, scent, sheaf, spice, spiciness, spray, sweet savor, sweet smell, truss, wreath |
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