Definition

A type of plant fiber that comes from a tropical herb, used to make strong fabrics and cords.

Example

The dress was made from a beautiful ramie fabric that looked like silk.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of ramie fabric?

Yeah, I think it’s made from a plant, right?

Exactly! It’s supposed to be really strong and breathable.

I’d love to try something made of ramie for the summer.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ramie is derived from the Chinese word "ramie" (麻), which refers to a type of fiber obtained from the ramie plant, known scientifically as *Boehmeria nivea*. The term specifically denotes the plant and its fibers used in textiles.

Memory Tip

Think of the Chinese word for the fiber, 'ramie', which directly connects to the plant it comes from. This helps you remember that 'ramie' refers to the fiber from the ramie plant.

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