Bouquet
/buˈkeɪ/noun
A bunch of flowers arranged in a pleasing manner.
Did you know?In the 14th century, bouquets were not just for beauty; they were often used in rituals to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune.
Etymological Timeline
Old French
Old French
boquet
“A small branch or a twig, often adorned with flowers.”
Late Latin
Latin
bucellum
“A small piece or morsel, which evolved to mean a small bundle.”
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
bōgō
“A bending or arching, relating to the shape of a branch.”
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*bʰeu̯g-
“To bend or curve, reflecting the shape of plants and branches.”
Modern English
English
bouquet
“A decorative arrangement of flowers, symbolizing beauty and emotion.”