English dictionary

raffia

/'r/&/f/i//@/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

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

noun.substance

Synonyms raphia

Source: WordNet 3.0
fiber of a raffia palm used as light cordage and in making hats and baskets

noun.plant

Source: WordNet 3.0
feather palm of tropical Africa and Madagascar and Central and South America widely grown for commercial purposes

noun.plant

Synonyms genus raffia genus raphia raphia

Source: WordNet 3.0
A fibrous material used for tying plants, said to come from the leaves of a palm tree of the genus <i>Raphia</i>.

noun

Source: webster1913