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topiary

 

[ หˆtoสŠpiหŒษ›ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

garden art

Topiary is the art of shaping live trees and shrubs into ornamental shapes, often resembling animals or geometric forms. This unique gardening technique has been practiced for centuries and involves precise trimming and training of foliage. Topiary is often used in landscaping to create visually striking focal points. Historically, it can be traced back to ancient Roman gardens, where it was a sign of wealth and sophistication, showcasing the gardener's skill and creativity.

Synonyms

green art, landscape design, shrub sculpture

Examples of usage

  • The garden featured stunning topiary sculptures.
  • She spent hours perfecting her topiary techniques.
  • The estate is famous for its intricate topiary designs.

Translations

Translations of the word "topiary" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น topiรกria

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเฅ‹เคชเคฟเคฏเคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Topiary

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ topiary

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะพะฟั–ะฐั€ั–ะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ topiaria

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒˆใƒ”ใ‚ขใƒช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท topiaire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ topiario

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท topiary

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ† ํ”ผ์–ด๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชูˆุจูŠุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ topiary

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ topiaria

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฟฎๅ‰ชๆ ‘ๆœจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ topiarij

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ topรญarรญ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะพะฟะธะฐั€ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒแƒžแƒ˜แƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ topiary

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ topiario

Word origin

The term 'topiary' originates from the Latin word 'topiarius', which translates to 'of or belonging to a garden'. This relates to 'topium', meaning 'a place of a garden'. The practice of shaping plants into artistic forms was popularized in ancient Rome, where wealthy citizens showcased their topiary creations as a status symbol. During the Renaissance, topiary reached new heights in Europe, particularly in France and Italy, where elaborate designs became a hallmark of formal gardens. The skill required for topiary involves not just artistry but also a deep understanding of plant growth and maintenance. Today, topiary continues to evolve, blending traditional techniques with modern interpretations, and remains a beloved feature in many gardens worldwide.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,032, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.