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posy

noun po·sy \ˈpō-zē\

: a small bunch of flowers

: a single cut flower

plural posies

Full Definition of POSY

: a brief sentiment, motto, or legend

a : bouquet, nosegay

b : flower

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Origin of POSY

alteration of poesy

First Known Use: 1533

Related to POSY

Synonyms: bob [Scottish], nosegay, bouquet

Rhymes with POSY

cozy, dozy, mosey, nosy, prosy, rosy

POSY Defined for Kids

posy

noun po·sy \ˈpō-zē\

plural posies

Definition of POSY for Kids

: a small bunch of flowers

: ¹flower 1

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