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Ramie: meaning, definitions and examples

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ramie

 

[ หˆrรฆmi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

textile material

Ramie is a flowering plant in the nettle family, known for its strong, durable fibers. It is traditionally used in textile production, often woven into fabrics that are more resistant to wrinkles and mildew. Ramie fibers have a lustrous appearance, making them popular for clothing and other textiles. They are often blended with other fibers to enhance the strength and texture of the final product.

Synonyms

Chinese grass, Chinese silk, ramie fiber

Examples of usage

  • The dress was made from a blend of cotton and ramie.
  • Ramie fabric is ideal for summer clothing due to its breathability.
  • She chose ramie for her upholstery project for its durability.

Translations

Translations of the word "ramie" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น braรงo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเฅเคœเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Arm

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lengan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ัƒะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rฤ™ka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่…• (ude)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bras

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ brazo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kol

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒ” (pal)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฐุฑุงุน (dhira)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ruka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ruka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰‹่‡‚ (shว’ubรฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ rok

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vopn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพะป (qol)

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ˜แƒ“แƒฃแƒ แƒ˜ (kiduri)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qol

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ brazo

Etymology

Ramie comes from the Chinese word 'rรจmว', which means 'to be soft'. Its cultivation dates back to ancient China, where it was first used over 6,000 years ago. The plant was highly valued for its fibers, which are exceptionally strong and resistant to deterioration from insects and mildew. Historically, ramie was used to make clothing for the Chinese nobility, and as trade routes expanded, its use spread to other cultures. In the 19th century, ramie production increased significantly, especially in Europe and the Americas. Today, it is still cultivated primarily in China, Taiwan, and Thailand, where it is processed for various industrial applications. Despite competition from synthetic fibers, ramie remains popular for its natural and sustainable properties.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,565 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.