Corsage

Pronunciation: /kɔrˈsɑʒ/

Definitions of corsage

noun a small bouquet of flowers worn pinned to a woman's clothing, typically on the lapel or shoulder

Example Sentences

A1 She wore a corsage on her dress for the school dance.

A2 The corsage matched perfectly with her prom gown.

B1 The florist created a beautiful corsage for the wedding party.

B2 He presented her with a corsage as a gesture of his affection.

C1 The intricate design of the corsage showcased the florist's skill.

C2 The corsage she wore to the gala was adorned with rare orchids.

Examples of corsage in a Sentence

formal She wore a beautiful corsage on her wrist to the formal event.

informal I picked out a colorful corsage for my date to wear to prom.

slang I love how that corsage adds a pop of color to her outfit.

figurative The corsage of flowers symbolized the beginning of their relationship.

Grammatical Forms of corsage

• past tense: corsaged
• plural: corsages
• comparative: more corsage
• superlative: most corsage
• present tense: corsages
• future tense: will corsage
• perfect tense: have corsaged
• continuous tense: is corsaging
• singular: corsage
• positive degree: corsage
• infinitive: to corsage
• gerund: corsaging
• participle: corsaging

Origin and Evolution of corsage

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'corsage' originated from the Old French word 'cors', meaning body.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the bodice of a dress, the term 'corsage' evolved to also mean a small bouquet of flowers worn by women on their clothes or wrist for special occasions.