Topiary (Noun)
Meaning 1
A garden having shrubs clipped or trimmed into decorative shapes especially of animals.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The mansion's gardens were famous for their elaborate topiary, with perfectly trimmed bushes in the shape of birds and animals.
- A hedge trimmer is necessary for creating intricate designs like those seen in formal gardens, particularly those featuring ornate topiary.
- Their neighborhood park is beautifully maintained and the trees surrounding the duck pond were adorned with artistic topiary cut in various forms of duck families.
- Strolling through the property was delightful as each bushy cluster carefully cultivated in delicate and surprising examples of life-size animal topiary leaped to meet them at almost every step.
- Decorative statues alongside fine varieties of rare botanical topiary dot this celebrated natural display – altogether mesmerizing!
Meaning 2
Making decorative shapes by trimming shrubs or trees.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.