Definition of raffia
English to English noun - leaf fibers of the raffia palm tree; used to make baskets and mats etc.
source: WordNet 3.0 - fiber of a raffia palm used as light cordage and in making hats and baskets
source: WordNet 3.0 - feather palm of tropical Africa and Madagascar and Central and South America widely grown for commercial purposes
source: WordNet 3.0 - A fibrous material used for tying plants, said to come from the leaves of a palm tree of the genus Raphia.
source: Webster 1913
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raffia, raff, raf, raphia, raip, riff, ripa, ruff, roar off, rupia, rabbi, rubia, rf, rabi i, rupiah, rarefy, rip off, rorippa, rip-off, rpa-abb
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