noun. A palm tree (Raphia farinifera) of East Africa and Madagascar, having large leaves that yield a useful fiber.

noun. The leaf fibers of this plant, used for mats, baskets, and other products.

noun. A palm, Raphia Ruffia, growing in Madagascar.

noun. The fiber of this plant.

noun. A fibrous material used for tying plants, said to come from the leaves of a palm tree of the genus Raphia.

noun. A fibrous material used for tying plants, said to come from the leaves of a palm tree of the genus Raphia.

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

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

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

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