Select the one word for the given group of words:
The art of clipping bushes and small trees into neat shapes, such as animals, birds or balls
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Topiary
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Horticulture | the growing of fruits, vegetables and flowers in gardens | Meena’s brother did a course in horticulture and now grows mangoes on his farm. |
| (2) Bonsai | the art of growing very small trees in pots | Grandpa has kept a tiny banyan tree as a bonsai on the balcony for twenty years. |
| (3) Silviculture | the growing and care of forest trees | Forest officers study silviculture to plan which trees to plant after a fire. |
| (4) Topiary (answer) | the art of cutting bushes and small trees into shapes | The hotel garden in Ooty has an elephant and a peacock made by topiary. |