any tree or shrub belonging to the genus Ficus, of the mulberry family, especially a small tree, F. carica, native to southwestern Asia, bearing a turbinate or pear-shaped fruit that is eaten fresh, preserved, or dried.
2.
the fruit of such a tree or shrub, or of any related species.
3.
any of various plants having a fruit somewhat resembling this.
4.
a contemptibly trifling or worthless amount; the least bit: His help wasn't worth a fig.
5.
a gesture of contempt.