bonsai

A bonsai maple tree.

Meanings

Noun

  • A tree or plant that has been miniaturized by planting it in a small pot, restricting its roots, and by careful pruning.
  • The art of planting and growing trees or plants in such a manner.

Verb

  • To make into a bonsai by restricting the roots and pruning.

Interjection

Origin

  • From Japanese 盆栽, from Middle Chinese + .

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