Definition
a ficus: a tropical tree or shrub
The ficus belongs to the Moraceae family. There is a large variety of ficus, most of which grow in warm climates. Note: the ficus produces milky sap which can be poisonous if ingested, so be careful!
- "Bob : It's the... ficus."
- "Horatio : The fern or the ficus?"
- "Susie : Then, when I return from lunch, he's in the corner of my office, hiding behind the ficus, just staring at me."
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