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Definition of ficus

ficus

/ˈfaɪ.kəs/
fi · cus
Plural:ficuses
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ficus Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A popular indoor houseplant belonging to the Ficus genus (such as the weeping fig or rubber plant), typically featuring glossy, evergreen leaves and grown for ornamental purposes.

Example

"She bought a potted ficus to add a touch of greenery to her brightly lit living room."

2

A large genus of tropical and subtropical trees, shrubs, and vines in the mulberry family, commonly known as fig trees, characterized by their unique enclosed inflorescence and specialized pollination systems.

Example

"The expansive canopy of the ancient ficus provided shade for the entire village square."

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• Rhymes for ficus

• Nearby Words

fictitious
fictitiously
fictive
ficus
fiddle
fiddledeedee
fiddlehead

Word Origin & Etymology

From Latin 'ficus', meaning 'fig' or 'fig tree'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ficus. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ficus
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