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Pronunciation: /spreɪ/

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Definition of spray

noun

  • a stem or small branch of a tree or plant, bearing flowers and foliage:a spray of honeysuckle
  • a bunch of cut flowers arranged in an attractive way: a spray of yellow chrysanthemums and red roses
  • a brooch in the form of a bouquet of flowers: [as modifier]:a diamond and emerald spray brooch

Origin:

Middle English: representing late Old English (e)sprei, recorded in personal and place names, of unknown origin

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