Raffia: meaning, definitions and examples

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raffia

 

[ หˆrรฆfiษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

material used

Raffia is a natural fiber obtained from the leaves of the raffia palm tree. It is often used in craft projects, as well as in the production of baskets, mats, and other decorative items. Its durability and natural aesthetic make it a popular choice for both artisans and commercial products. Raffia can also be dyed in various colors, expanding its versatility in design applications.

Synonyms

cord, fiber, twine

Examples of usage

  • She wove a beautiful basket using raffia.
  • The artist incorporated raffia into her mixed media installation.
  • Raffia is a great material for eco-friendly crafts.

Translations

Translations of the word "raffia" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rafia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเคซเคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Raffia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ rafia

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะฐั„ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rafia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฉใƒ•ใ‚ฃใ‚ข

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท raffia

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ rafia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท rafya

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ผํ”ผ์•„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑุงูุนูŠุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rafie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rafia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‹‰่ฒไบš

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ rafija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rafรญa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ะฐั„ะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒแƒคแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rafia

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ rafia

Etymology

The word 'raffia' originates from the French term 'raffia', which itself was derived from the Arabic 'rafia', referring to the palm tree's fibrous leaves. Historically, raf๏ฌa palms are indigenous to tropical regions of Africa and Madagascar, where the use of raf๏ฌa dates back centuries. Indigenous people utilized the fiber for construction, textiles, and decorative purposes, establishing the material's long-standing cultural significance. The introduction of raffia to European cultures occurred during the colonial period, where its applications expanded beyond traditional uses to include commercial crafts in the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, raffia is recognized as both a traditional crafting material and a modern sustainable option in the eco-conscious market.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,494 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.