English Explanatory Dictionary

ramie

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A tall, tropical Asian perennial herb, of species Boehmeria nivea, cultivated for its fibrous stems.
  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.
name
  1. A unisex given name.

Pronunciation

răʹmē /ˈɹæmi/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-ramie.wav rāʹmē /ˈɹeɪmi/

Word forms

ramie ramies

Etymology

From Malay rami.

Synonyms

China grass Chinese silk ramee grasscloth

Derived words

true ramie white ramie green ramie Indian ramie
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