Raffia (Noun)

Meaning ¹

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

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

• The artisans carefully wove the raffia fibers into a sturdy basket with intricate patterns.
• The craftspeople made rugs and mats from the softened and plaited raffia.
• She bought a beautiful handmade raffia basket from the local market.
• The raffia was dyed in vibrant colors to create a stunning wall hanging.
• Raffia was used to make the thatched roof of the traditional African hut.

Synonyms

• Raphia

Hypernyms

• Plant Fibre

Meaning ²

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

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Hypernyms

• Fibre

Meaning ³

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

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Synonyms

• Genus Raphia
• Genus Raffia
• Raphia

Hypernyms

• Liliopsid Genus