shape of a tree; branching pattern
Refers to the overall form created by the branches of a tree, often used in gardening, bonsai, or describing a tree's silhouette.
This pine tree has a magnificent shape.
In bonsai, the branching pattern is highly valued.
Alternate kanji form using 振り; less common but still seen.
Compound of 枝 (eda, 'branch') and 振り (furi, 'manner, style'), with rendaku voicing to ぶり. The literal meaning is 'branch manner', referring to how the branches spread.