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bouquet

Pronunciation: /bʊˈkeɪ, bəʊˈkeɪ, ˈbʊkeɪ/

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Definition of bouquet

noun

1an attractively arranged bunch of flowers, especially one presented as a gift or carried at a ceremony.
an expression of approval; a compliment:we will happily publish the bouquets and brickbats

2the characteristic scent of a wine or perfume:the aperitif has a faint bouquet of almonds

Origin:

early 18th century: from French (earlier 'clump of trees'), from a dialect variant of Old French bos 'wood'. bouquet (sense 2) dates from the mid 19th century

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The ending of bouquet is -quet; the final t is not spoken because it is a French word.

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