[bou.quet] n [F, fr. MF, thicket, fr. ONF bosquet, fr. OF bosc forest--more at boscage] (ca. 1718) 1 a: flowers picked and fastened together in a bunch: nosegay b: medley "~ of songs"
2: compliment 3 a: a distinctive and characteristic fragrance (as of wine) b: a subtle aroma or quality (as of an artistic performance)