fleury

fleu·ry

adj \ˈflu̇r-ē\

Definition of FLEURY

of a heraldic cross

: having the ends of the arms broadening out into the heads of fleurs-de-lis — see cross illustration

Origin of FLEURY

alteration of Middle English flory, from Anglo-French floré, flowered from flur, flor flower — more at flower

First Known Use: 15th century

Rhymes with FLEURY

fury, houri, jury, Urey