Nosegay

noun

/ˈnəʊzɡeɪ/

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.nounA small bunch of fragrant flowers or herbs tied in a bundle, often presented as a gift; nosegays were originally intended to be put to the nose for the pleasant sensation or to mask unpleasant odours.

2.nounAn aroma, a scent.

Synonyms

posy bouquet corsage nard gesneriad sweets gesneria gillyflower nosesmart noseburn flower arrangement minionette

Rhymes With

oppose gay those gay

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