1. the art of growing miniature trees in small containers by pruning and training
Usage: from Japanese
2. a miniature tree grown using this technique
Usage: from Japanese

1. to grow or shape a plant using bonsai techniques
Usage: transitive

Examples

• She has been practicing bonsai for over twenty years.
• The ancient bonsai in the museum was over 400 years old.
• He received a beautiful juniper bonsai for his birthday.
• The art of bonsai requires patience and careful attention to detail.
• She decided to bonsai the small maple tree in her garden.
• The bonsai exhibition featured trees from around the world.
• Learning to bonsai takes years of practice and dedication.