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bouquet

boo-KAY

Bouquet (noun) means a bunch of flowers, especially one arranged decoratively. Example: “The bride carried a bouquet of white roses.”

noun
1
A bunch of flowers, especially one arranged decoratively.
"The bride carried a bouquet of white roses."
2
The characteristic aroma of a wine.
"The sommelier praised the wine's rich, fruity bouquet."

How to use bouquet

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA bunch of flowers, or the smell/aroma of a wine.

Common pairings
wedding bouquet a bouquet of flowers the bouquet of a wine

Word forms

bouquets plural, Bouquets plural

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Etymology

From French bouquet, ultimately from a word for "grove" or "thicket" — a small cluster of plants.

Origin: French

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bouquet” mean?

The word “bouquet” means a bunch of flowers, especially one arranged decoratively. In plain terms, a bunch of flowers, or the smell/aroma of a wine.

How do you pronounce “bouquet”?

“Bouquet” is pronounced boo-KAY (/buːˈkeɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “bouquet” in a sentence?

Here is “bouquet” used in a sentence: “The bride carried a bouquet of white roses.”

What part of speech is “bouquet”?

“Bouquet” is a noun.

Where does the word “bouquet” come from?

The word “bouquet” comes from French. From French bouquet, ultimately from a word for "grove" or "thicket" — a small cluster of plants.

Is “bouquet” a common word?

“Bouquet” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.

How many meanings does “bouquet” have?

“Bouquet” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a bunch of flowers, especially one arranged decoratively.

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