raffia (n.)

  1. leaf fibers of the raffia palm tree; used to make baskets and mats etc.

    [ Syn: raphia ]

  2. fiber of a raffia palm used as light cordage and in making hats and baskets

  3. feather palm of tropical Africa and Madagascar and Central and South America widely grown for commercial purposes

    [ Syn: raffia , genus raffia , raphia , genus raphia ]

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