bonsai

/ˈbɒnsaɪ, ˈbɒnseɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a tree or shrub grown in a container and trained to a specific shape or design

“The Japanese gardener spent years cultivating the intricate bonsai tree.”

2. verb

to shape or train a tree or shrub into a specific form or design, typically for decorative purposes

“The artist bonsaied the tree to create a beautiful work of art.”

Synonyms

  • ornamental tree
  • topiary

Antonyms

  • uncontrolled growth
  • wild tree