ramie
Meaning
- A tall, tropical Asian perennial herb, Boehmeria nivea, cultivated for its fibrous stems.
- The fibre extracted from this plant known especially for its ability to hold shape, reduce wrinkling, and introduce a silky lustre used to make textiles, fishing nets, upholstery, etc.
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈɹæmi/
Etymology
From Malay rami.
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