posy
po·sy
noun \ˈpō-zē\ plural posies
Definition of POSY
1
: a brief sentiment, motto, or legend
Examples of POSY
- a pocket full of posies
- <gathered a posy of wildflowers to present to his girlfriend>
Origin of POSY
alteration of poesy
First Known Use: 1533
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