munja

Thân thiện

A farmer cuts munja grass in a field.

Definition

Noun: 1. A tough Asiatic grass (Saccharum munja): A specific type of grass native to Asia, known for its durable, fibrous stems. The culms (stems) of this grass are traditionally harvested and used for making ropes, baskets, mats, and other woven items.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The villagers gathered munja from the riverbanks to weave new baskets for the harvest.
  • Traditional crafts in the region often utilize munja due to its strength and flexibility.
  • The rope, made from dried munja, was surprisingly strong.

Advanced Usage

• Botanical Context: In botanical or agricultural texts, is referred to by its scientific name, , to distinguish it from other similar grasses.
  • Saccharum munja is a perennial grass commonly found in arid and semi-arid regions.

Variants and Related Words

• Botanical Name: .
• Related Material: The prepared stems or fiber itself can be referred to as "munja grass" or "munja fiber."
  • The artisan selected the finest munja fiber for the intricate weaving.

Synonyms

• Bhabar grass: A common name for grasses in the genus used for fiber, sometimes used interchangeably in certain regions.
• Eulaliopsis binata (Synonyms: , ): A different but functionally similar grass also used for cordage and paper-making, sometimes confused with .

Học thuật

Noun

1. tough Asiatic grass whose culms are used for ropes and baskets

Từ đồng nghĩa

• munj
• Saccharum bengalense
• Saccharum munja