A fibrous material obtained from the abaca plant (Musa textilis), a plant allied to the banana, growing in the Philippine and other East India islands; called also by the native name abaca. From it matting, canvas, ropes, and cables are made.
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"Manila hemp" Quotes from Famous Books ![]() ![]() — A Chinese Command - A Story of Adventure in Eastern Seas • Harry Collingwood |
Words linked to "Manila hemp" : Manilla hemp, hemp, abaca, Musa textilis, banana tree |
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