manila
/mə'nilə/ Cách viết khác : (Manilla) /mə'nilə/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A type of strong, light brown paper or thin cardboard: Manila refers to a durable paper product, originally made from Manila hemp fibers, characterized by its smooth finish and distinctive light brown color. It is commonly used for file folders, envelopes, and other stationery.
- The capital and largest city of the Philippines: Manila is a major port city and the political, economic, and cultural center of the Philippines, located on the island of Luzon.
Usage Examples
- Noun (Material):
- The important documents were stored in a manila folder.
- She sealed the envelope made of sturdy manila paper.
- Noun (City):
- Manila is a densely populated metropolis with a rich history.
- They flew into Manila to begin their tour of the Philippines.
Advanced Usage
- "Manila envelope": A common term for a large, sturdy envelope typically made from manila paper, often used for mailing documents.
- Please submit your application in a sealed manila envelope.
- "Manila folder": A folding file folder, usually made from manila paper, for organizing papers.
- All the contracts are in the third manila folder in the cabinet.
Variants and Related Words
- Manila hemp (n): The strong fiber from a type of banana plant (Musa textilis), historically used to make rope and the paper known as manila.
- The rope was traditionally woven from Manila hemp.
- Manilla (n): An alternative, less common spelling for "manila," particularly for the paper product.
Synonyms
- For the paper: Manila paper, buff paper, kraft paper (though kraft is typically stronger and darker).
- For the city: The capital, Metro Manila (referring to the larger metropolitan region).
Related Phrases
- "Manila clipper": Historical term for fast sailing ships that operated on the Manila-Acapulco trade route.
- "Manila galleon": Refers to the Spanish trading ships that sailed across the Pacific Ocean between Manila and Acapulco for over 250 years.
Noun
- the capital and largest city of the Philippines; located on southern Luzon
- a strong paper or thin cardboard with a smooth light brown finish made from e.g. Manila hemp