Category:Potpourri

Pot`pour`ri", n. Etym: [f., fr. pot pot + pourri, p. p. of pourrir to Rot, l. putrere. Cf. Olla-podrida.]

Defn: a medley or mixture. Specifically: (a) a ragout composed of different sorts of meats, vegetables, etc., Cooked together. (b) a jar or packet of flower leaves, perfumes, and spices, used to Scent a room. (c) a piece of music made up of different airs strung together; a Medley. (d) a literary production composed of parts brought together without Order or bond of connection.