posy

noun

po·​sy ˈpō-zē How to pronounce posy (audio)
plural posies
1
: a brief sentiment, motto, or legend
2

Examples of posy in a Sentence

a pocket full of posies gathered a posy of wildflowers to present to his girlfriend
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Direct address is also the strength of the posy rings at Les Enluminures (A6), a dealer known for miniatures of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Walker Mimms, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025 Without doubt, the engraving contributed to the popularity of posy holders. Carol A. Grissom, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Nov. 2024 As part of the welcome, Camilla — who wore a royal blue silk crepe dress by Fiona Clare and the Australian wattle brooch, a gift from Australian people to Queen Elizabeth — was presented with a posy by Ky, 12, and his sister Charlotte. Simon Perry, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024 Direct address is also the strength of the posy rings at Les Enluminures (A6), a dealer known for miniatures of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Walker Mimms, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for posy

Word History

Etymology

alteration of poesy

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of posy was in the 15th century

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“Posy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/posy. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

posy

noun
po·​sy ˈpō-zē How to pronounce posy (audio)
plural posies
1
: a bunch of flowers : bouquet
2

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