Meaning of the word bonsai in English

What does bonsai mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bonsai

US /ˌbɑːnˈsaɪ/
UK /ˈbɒn.saɪ/
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Noun

an ornamental tree or shrub grown in a pot and artificially prevented from reaching its normal size.

Example:
He carefully pruned the bonsai tree.
The art of growing bonsai originated in China.