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ramie.

A tall, tropical Asian perennial herb, of species Boehmeria nivea, cultivated for its fibrous stems.

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Meaning & usage

noun/ˈɹæmi/UK/ˈɹæmi/General-American/ˈɹeɪmi/General-American
  1. A tall, tropical Asian perennial herb, of species Boehmeria nivea, cultivated for its fibrous stems.

    countable · usually
  2. 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.

    uncountable · usually
Where this word comes from

From Malay rami.

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