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noun po·sy \ˈpō-zē\

Definition of posy

plural

posies

  1. 1 :  a brief sentiment, motto, or legend

  2. 2a :  bouquet, nosegayb :  flower

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Examples of posy in a Sentence

  1. a pocket full of posies

  2. gathered a posy of wildflowers to present to his girlfriend

Origin and Etymology of posy

alteration of poesy


First Known Use: 15th century

posy Synonyms

Synonyms
bob [Scottish], nosegay, bouquet
Related Words
boutonniere, corsage; arrangement; garland, lei

POSY Defined for English Language Learners

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Definition of posy for English Language Learners

  • : a small bunch of flowers

  • : a single cut flower

POSY Defined for Kids

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noun po·sy \ˈpō-zē\

Definition of posy for Students

plural

posies

  1. 1 :  a small bunch of flowers

  2. 2 :  1flower 1

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