Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for FIG'-TREE
FIG'-TREE, n.
A tree of the genus Ficus, growing in warm climates. The receptacle is common, turbinated, carnous and connivent, inclosing the florets. The male calyx is tripartite; no corol; three stamens. The female calyx is a uniquepartite; no corol; one pistil; one seed. Encyc. To dwell under our vine and fig-tree, is to live in peace and safety. 1 Kings iv.
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