noun. A tropical Indian fig tree (Ficus benghalensis), often widely spreading because of the many aerial roots that descend from the branches and develop into additional trunks. It is planted for ornament and shade.

noun. See banian.

noun. See banian.

noun. A tree of the same genus as the common fig, and called the Indian fig (Ficus Indica), whose branches send shoots to the ground, which take root and become additional trunks, until it may be the tree covers some acres of ground and is able to shelter thousands of men.

noun. An Indian trader, merchant, cashier, or money changer.

noun. A tropical Indian fig tree, Ficus benghalensis, that has many aerial roots.

noun. A type of loose gown worn in India.

noun. a loose fitting jacket; originally worn in India

noun. East Indian tree that puts out aerial shoots that grow down into the soil forming additional trunks