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raffia

/ˈræf.i.ə/

Traduction: Nom désignant les fibres des feuilles du palmier raphia, utilisées pour la fabrication de paniers, de nattes, de chapeaux et comme ficelle légère.

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C1formalcommon/ˈræf.i.ə/

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A noun referring to the leaf fibers of the raffia palm tree, used for making baskets, mats, hats, and as light cordage.

  • 🇫🇷Nom désignant les fibres des feuilles du palmier raphia, utilisées pour la fabrication de paniers, de nattes, de chapeaux et comme ficelle légère.
  1. Natural fiber from palm leaves B1 formal

    A soft, pliable fiber obtained from the leaves of the raffia palm tree, commonly used for weaving baskets, mats, and hats.

    • She wove a beautiful basket using natural raffia.
    • The hat was made from dyed raffia fibers.
    • Raffia is often used in traditional crafts for its strength and flexibility.

    🇫🇷Raffia (fibre naturelle)

  2. Cordage material B1 formal

    The fiber of the raffia palm used as a lightweight cord or twine for tying and binding.

    • He tied the package with raffia string.
    • Gardeners sometimes use raffia to secure plants to stakes.
    • The gift was wrapped with a raffia bow.

    🇫🇷Fibre de raphia

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