ming tree

[ ming ]

noun

1. any of various trees or shrubs used in bonsai arrangements, especially when shaped to have flat-topped, asymmetrical branches.
2. an artificial tree created with plant material, wire, etc., to resemble such a bonsai tree.

ming tree

noun

1. an artificial plant resembling a bonsai plant

Word History and Origins

Origin of ming tree¹

First recorded in 1945–50; perhaps named after Ming

Word History and Origins

Origin of ming tree¹

perhaps from Ming