We found 2 definitions of common fig from 2 different sources.
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common fig - Mediterranean tree widely cultivated for its edible fruit | ||
fig, common fig tree, Ficus carica | ||
fig tree any moraceous tree of the tropical genus Ficus; produces a closed pear-shaped receptacle that becomes fleshy and edible when mature | ||
fig fleshy sweet pear-shaped yellowish or purple multiple fruit eaten fresh or preserved or dried | ||
caprifig, ficus carica sylvestris wild variety of the common fig used to facilitate pollination of certain figs |