nosegays

Definition of nosegaysnext
plural of nosegay
as in bouquets
a bunch of flowers a stately procession of bridesmaids holding small nosegays

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bouquets
Noun
  • These stylish blooms look fabulous together in gardens and bouquets.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
  • Thousands visited Soham in an enormous outpouring of concern, leaving hundreds of bouquets outside the local church.
    CBS News, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
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“Nosegays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nosegays. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.

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