boutonniere

/ˌbutənˈɪər/

Other forms: boutonnieres

A boutonniere is a flower or flowers worn in a buttonhole of a man's suit. A boutonniere is a fancy decoration that you might wear to your prom.

Have you ever seen a flower poking out of a buttonhole in a man's suit? If so, you have seen a boutonniere. This is a French word for a flowers or flowers decorating a suit in this way. If you're wearing a suit and want to make it a little more colorful, a boutonniere is one way to do so. Just make sure you pick a flower for your boutonniere that goes well with your suit.

Definitions of boutonniere

1. noun

   a flower that is worn in a buttonhole
   type of:

   adornment

   a decoration of color or interest that is added to relieve plainness