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sour fig

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun sour fig has 1 sense
  1. Hottentot fig, Hottentot's fig, sour fig, Carpobrotus edulis, Mesembryanthemum edule - low-growing South African succulent plant having a capsular fruit containing edible pulp
    --1 is a kind of succulent
    --1 is a member of Carpobrotus, genus Carpobrotus

Definitions from the Web

Sour Fig

Definition:

A sour fig is a succulent plant native to South Africa, known for its bright yellow flowers and edible fruits. It belongs to the Carpobrotus genus and is commonly found in coastal regions.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

(Plant) A succulent plant with fleshy, triangular leaves and yellow flowers.

Example sentence: The sour figs in my garden bloomed beautifully this summer.

Sense 2:

(Fruit) The edible fruit of the sour fig plant, resembling a small fig with a tart flavor.

Example sentence: The taste of the sour fig is a delightful combination of sweetness and acidity.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

The term "sour fig" is commonly used to refer to both the plant and its fruit.

Local Usage:

In South Africa, the sour fig is often utilized in traditional dishes such as salads or pickles.

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