fastigate

/fæstɪˈɡeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to train or grow a tree or shrub in a way that it grows against a wall or other support

“The gardener decided to fastigate the vines so they would have more space in the garden.”

2. noun

a tree or shrub trained or grown in this way

“The garden features many fastigates, adding beauty and structure to the space.”

Synonyms

  • prune
  • train

Antonyms

  • unprune
  • untend