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ramie

One entry found for ramie.
Main Entry: ra·mie
Pronunciation: 'rA-mE, 'ra-
Function: noun
Etymology: Malay rami
1 : an Asian perennial plant (Boehmeria nivea) of the nettle family
2 a : the strong lustrous bast fiber of ramie capable of being spun or woven b : fabric made of ramie often resembling linen or silk