What is another word for nosegays?

Pronunciation: [nˈə͡ʊsɡe͡ɪz] (IPA)

Nosegays are small, fragrant bouquets typically given as gifts or carried during ceremonies. Although not as commonly used in modern times, there are a number of synonyms for nosegays that have been used throughout history. Some of these include tussie-mussies, poseys, and posies. These terms were often used interchangeably with nosegays, and still evoke images of delicate, sweet-smelling floral arrangements. Other terms related to nosegays include corsages, boutonnieres, and buttonholes. In any case, nosegays - or whatever you choose to call them - remain a charming and romantic tradition for expressing affection and appreciation.

What are the hypernyms for Nosegays?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Nosegays

For though Miss Liddy worked painstakingly at her dressmaking, and even dreamed over it little partial dreams, Ellen, mad or sane, made a garden, and threw little nosegays over our fences, and exercised a certain presence, latent in the rest of us, which made us momentarily gentle and in awe of our own sanity.
"Friendship Village"
Zona Gale
Finally, there is the best possible use made of the paint-box, and children engaged upon the colouring of pictures and the arrangement of nosegays are further taught to enjoy, not merely what is bright, but also what is harmonious and beautiful.
"Dickens As an Educator"
James L. (James Laughlin) Hughes
Black velvet neckbands, powdered curls, and "nosegays" of small pink carnations in lace paper holders quite carried out the lovely effect.
"Entertaining Made Easy"
Emily Rose Burt

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