nounπShareA fruit-bearing tree or shrub of the genus Ficus that is native mainly to the tropics."My grandmother grows figs in her backyard, and we love to eat them fresh off the tree. "fruitplantfoodbiologyagricultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe fruit of the fig tree, pear-shaped and containing many small seeds."My grandma always makes a delicious jam using fresh figs from her garden. "fruitfoodplantChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA small piece of tobacco."My grandfather used to chew figs, a small piece of tobacco, after his morning coffee. "substanceitemChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe value of a fig, practically nothing; a fico; a whit.""He doesn't care figs about what the popular kids think; he's going to wear what he wants." "nothingvaluefoodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA raisin (dried grape)"My grandmother always adds figs to her homemade granola for extra sweetness and chewiness. "foodfruitChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA person's figure; dress or appearance."The art teacher instructed the students to sketch the model's figs carefully, paying attention to the lines of her body and the drape of her clothing. "appearancefigureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA drawing or diagram conveying information."The instruction manual used simple figs to show how to assemble the desk. "figurecommunicationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe representation of any form, as by drawing, painting, modelling, carving, embroidering, etc.; especially, a representation of the human body."a figure in bronze; a figure cut in marble"artfigureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA person or thing representing a certain consciousness."The wise old owl statue in the library served as figs of knowledge for the students. "personthingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe appearance or impression made by the conduct or career of a person."He cut a sorry figure standing there in the rain."appearancecharacterachievementoutcomeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareDistinguished appearance; magnificence; conspicuous representation; splendour; show."The royal wedding was a spectacle of figs, from the dazzling jewels to the lavishly decorated cathedral. "appearancestyleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA human figure, which dress or corset must fit to; the shape of a human body."The tailor meticulously adjusted the dress form, ensuring the new gown would flatter all figs. "bodyfigureappearancehumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA numeral."The teacher asked us to write down the figs for each question on the exam, not just the answers. "numberChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA number, an amount.""My garden produced figs of delicious tomatoes this year." "numberamountChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA shape."The art teacher asked us to draw different figs, like circles and squares, for the geometry lesson. "figureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA visible pattern as in wood or cloth."The muslin was of a pretty figure."appearancematerialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAny complex dance moveW."The dancer's final performance was a series of impressive figs that brought the audience to their feet. "danceentertainmentcultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA figure of speech."The teacher explained that "time flies" is one of the many figs of speech students should learn. "languageliteraturewritingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe form of a syllogism with respect to the relative position of the middle term."Analyzing different figs of syllogisms helps students understand the structure of arguments and spot logical fallacies in debates. "logicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA horoscope; the diagram of the aspects of the astrological houses."My astrologer showed me the figs, highlighting the aspects of my career house. "astrologyastronomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAny short succession of notes, either as melody or as a group of chords, which produce a single complete and distinct impression."The piano student practiced the figs repeatedly, trying to make each short, distinct musical phrase sound smooth and connected. "musicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA form of melody or accompaniment kept up through a strain or passage; a motif; a florid embellishment."The music teacher demonstrated several different figs in the melody, showing how a simple motif could be elaborated. "musicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading