Manila hemp

noun

1. a fibrous material made from the leafstalks of the abacá, Musa textilis, used for making ropes, fabrics, etc.

Manila hemp

noun

1. a fibre obtained from the plant abaca, used for rope, paper, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of Manila hemp¹

First recorded in 1850–55

Example Sentences

We had ours specially manufactured for us, from the best manila hemp, by a London rope-maker of good repute.

From Project Gutenberg

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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