Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for NOSE'GAY
NOSE'GAY, n. [nose and Celtic geac, a bough.]
A bunch of flowers used to regale the sense of smelling. As on the nosegay in her breast reclined. Pope.
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NOSE'GAY, n. [nose and Celtic geac, a bough.]
A bunch of flowers used to regale the sense of smelling. As on the nosegay in her breast reclined. Pope.
Return to page 41 of the letter “N”.