Associations to the word «Raffia»

Wiktionary

RAFFIA, noun. A fibrous material used for tying plants, originating from the leaves of a palm tree of the genus Raphia.

Dictionary definition

RAFFIA, noun. Leaf fibers of the raffia palm tree; used to make baskets and mats etc..
RAFFIA, noun. Fiber of a raffia palm used as light cordage and in making hats and baskets.
RAFFIA, noun. Feather palm of tropical Africa and Madagascar and Central and South America widely grown for commercial purposes.

Wise words

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