Manila hemp

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Definition

Noun: 1. A strong, durable fiber: Manila hemp is a natural fiber known for its strength and resistance to salt water, traditionally used for making rope, cordage, and paper. 2. The plant source: The term can also refer to the plant from which this fiber is derived, specifically the abaca plant (Musa textilis), a species of banana native to the Philippines.

Usage Examples
  • Noun (referring to the fiber):
    • The ship's rigging was made from high-quality manila hemp.
    • Before synthetic fibers, manila hemp was the preferred material for marine ropes.
  • Noun (referring to the plant):
    • The region is known for cultivating manila hemp for export.
Advanced Usage
  • Historical/Industrial Context: The term is often used in historical, maritime, or industrial contexts to describe a specific type of natural cordage. It is less common in everyday modern language, having been largely replaced by synthetic materials.
    • Archival documents were sometimes printed on paper made from manila hemp.
Variants and Related Words
  • Abaca: This is the more precise, botanical name for both the plant and the fiber. "Manila hemp" is essentially a commercial name for abaca fiber.
    • Abaca fiber is classified as a hard fiber, similar to sisal.
  • Manila rope: A compound term for rope specifically made from manila hemp.
    • The climbers used a thick manila rope for safety.
Synonyms
  • Abaca fiber: The direct synonym for the material.
  • Cordage fiber: A general descriptive term.
Notes on Meaning
  • Not True Hemp: It is critical to note that manila hemp is not derived from the hemp plant (). The name "hemp" is used historically for its similar application as a strong fiber. It is a distinct product from true hemp or marijuana.
  • Geographical Indicator: The name "Manila" originates from the capital of the Philippines, the primary historical port of export for this material.
Noun
  1. Philippine banana tree having leafstalks that yield Manila hemp used for rope and paper etc
  2. a kind of hemp obtained from the abaca plant in the Philippines

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