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fig

[fɪɡ]

fig Definition

a soft pear-shaped fruit with sweet dark flesh and many small seeds, eaten fresh or dried.

Using fig: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fig" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She ate a fig for breakfast.

  • Example

    The figs were dried and packaged for sale.

  • Example

    The recipe calls for fresh figs.

fig Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fig

Phrases with fig

  • to not care at all about something

    Example

    He doesn't give a fig about what other people think of him.

  • something used to conceal or hide an embarrassing or shameful situation

    Example

    The company's apology was just a fig leaf to cover up their unethical practices.

  • a tree that bears figs

    Example

    The fig tree in the backyard produces a lot of fruit every year.

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Summary: fig in Brief

A 'fig' [fɪɡ] is a soft pear-shaped fruit with sweet dark flesh and many small seeds that can be eaten fresh or dried. It is often used in recipes and can be found in many grocery stores. The phrase 'not give a fig' means to not care at all about something.