nosegay

/ˌnoʊzˈgeɪ/
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Other forms: nosegays

Definitions of nosegay
  1. noun
    an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present
    synonyms: bouquet, corsage, posy
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    type of:
    floral arrangement, flower arrangement
    a decorative arrangement of flowers
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