bonsai
/ˈbɑnsaɪ/
verb
- To trim or shape a plant into a miniature, artistic form, like a bonsai tree.
- They are learning how to bonsai a pine tree from an expert.
- She bonsais her juniper tree every spring to keep its shape.
- He spent the afternoon bonsaiing a small maple in his garden.
noun
- A small tree or shrub that is grown in a pot and trimmed to stay very small, often in a decorative shape.
- She bought a small bonsai for her desk to add some greenery to the office.
- The art of growing bonsai requires patience and careful pruning.
- My grandfather has a beautiful bonsai that is over fifty years old.
- The art or hobby of growing such miniature trees.
- He took a class on bonsai to learn how to shape the branches.
- Bonsai originated in China and was later developed in Japan.
- Many people find bonsai to be a relaxing and meditative practice.