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Pronunciation : Po"sy
Part of Speech : n.;
Etymology : [Contr. fr. poesy.]
Definition : 1. A brief poetical sentiment; hence, any brief sentiment, motto, or legend; especially, one inscribed on a ring. "The posy of a ring." Shak.
2. Etym: [Probably so called from the use of flowers as having an enigmatical significance. Wedgwood.]
Defn: A flower; a bouquet; a nosegay. "Bridegroom's posies." Spenser. We make a difference between suffering thistles to grow among us, and wearing them for posies. Swift.
pl. Posies.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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