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Meaning of fig
The primary meaning of the word "fig" refers to the sweet, purple or green fruit of the fig tree, often eaten fresh or used in cooking and baking.
Etymology of fig
The word "fig" comes from the Old English word "fic", which is derived from the Latin word "ficus", meaning fig tree.
The Latin word "ficus" is also the source of the Greek word "sykon", which referred to the fig tree and its fruit.
The word "fig" has been used in English since the 9th century to refer to the fruit and the tree.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A sweet, purple or green fruit that grows on the fig tree, typically eaten fresh or used in cooking and baking.
- The fig tree itself, which is native to the Middle East and Mediterranean regions.
- A small, usually sweet or savory, filling or paste made from figs, often used in baking or as a topping.
Usage Examples
- The fig tree in our garden produces delicious fruit every summer.
- She made a fig and prosciutto salad for the party.
- The ancient Greeks considered the fig tree sacred and associated it with fertility and abundance.