Definition

The dry, fibrous material left after juice is extracted from sugar cane or similar plants, often used in making paper or as animal feed.

Example

The factory uses bagasse to produce biodegradable paper products.

Conversation

Did you know that bagasse can be used to make paper products?

Really? I thought it was just waste from sugarcane.

It is, but it's actually quite useful in many industries.

That's interesting! I love learning about sustainable materials.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bagasse originates from the French word 'bagasse', which refers to the fibrous residue left after the extraction of juice from sugarcane or similar plants. The term is derived from the Spanish 'bagazo', meaning the same thing, which in turn comes from the Latin 'baculum', meaning stick or staff, referring to the fibrous nature of the residue.

Memory Tip

Think of the Spanish word 'bagazo' that describes the fibrous remains after juice extraction — this helps you remember that 'bagasse' is the leftover fiber from sugarcane.

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