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Manila hemp
noun
- a fibrous material made from the leafstalks of the abacá, Musa textilis, used for making ropes, fabrics, etc.
Manila hemp
noun
- a fibre obtained from the plant abaca, used for rope, paper, etc
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Word History and Origins
Origin of Manila hemp1
First recorded in 1850–55
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Example Sentences
We had ours specially manufactured for us, from the best manila hemp, by a London rope-maker of good repute.
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The fibre is whiter, cleaner, and lighter than jute; moreover, in strength it ranks next to the best quality of manila hemp.
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Its only industry is cigar-making, but the exports include also manila hemp, sugar, and coffee.
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