caprifig

Definitions of caprifig
  1. noun
    wild variety of the common fig used to facilitate pollination of certain figs
    synonyms: Ficus carica sylvestris
    see moresee less
    type of:
    Ficus carica, common fig, common fig tree, fig
    Mediterranean tree widely cultivated for its edible fruit
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘caprifig'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family