Fig Leaf (Noun)
Meaning 1
A leaf from a fig tree.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The artist used a fig leaf to create a natural and earthy wreath for the garden party.
- In ancient Greece, fig leaves were used to crown the winners of athletic competitions.
- The fig leaf was carefully placed in the still life arrangement to add a touch of green to the composition.
- The gardener pruned the fig tree, collecting the fallen fig leaves to use as compost.
- The herbalist used dried fig leaves to make a tea that was said to have medicinal properties.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A covering consisting of anything intended to conceal something regarded as shameful.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.