fico

American  

[fee-koh] / ˈfi koʊ /

noun

plural

ficoes

1. fig.

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fico British  

/ ˈfiːkəʊ /

noun

1. a worthless trifle

2. another word for fig 1

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Etymology

Origin of fico

1570–80; < Italian fico, fica fig ¹

Example Sentences

He has thus feelingly expressed this glorious sentiment— Eu desta gloria so’ fico contente Que a minha terra amei, e a minha gente.

From Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature by Disraeli, Isaac

The world was much more ready to blame others than to amend itself: and he had been almost lately persuaded not to care a fico for the world.

From Anna St. Ives by Holcroft, Thomas

A fico for the Earl of Leicester," said Teazle; "pr'ythee what sort of a soldier is he to oppose against the experienced captains and sturdy infantry of Spain?

From William Shakespeare as he lived. An Historical Tale by Curling, Henry

Did I not wot well that she cared not a fico for me?

From The Armourer's Prentices by Hennessy, W.J.

So that your tale be well-salted and well-spiced, a fico for evidence!

From The Life of Cesare Borgia by Sabatini, Rafael