Definition

A type of plant that is grown mainly in Asia and Africa, known for its strong fibers that are used to make products like paper and rope.

Example

Farmers in many countries grow kenaf for its valuable fibers.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of kenaf?

Yeah, it's that plant used for making fiber, right?

Exactly! They use kenaf for making paper and ropes too.

That's really interesting, I didn't know it had so many uses!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Kenaf originates from Arabic 'khnf', meaning a type of plant. It refers specifically to a fibrous plant used for making rope and textiles.

Memory Tip

Think of the Arabic word for this plant, which helps you remember that 'kenaf' refers to a fibrous plant used in textiles.

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