Meaning
The sacred fig, Ficus religiosa.
Etymology
Origin: Sanskrit
Borrowed from Hindi पीपल / Urdu پیپل (pīpal), from Sanskrit पिप्पल (pippala). Doublet of falafel and pepper.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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