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coquita

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co·​qui·​ta | \ -ˈkētə \
plural -s

Definition of coquita

: the strong cordage fiber of the coquito palm

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History and Etymology for coquita

American Spanish, from Spanish coquito

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“Coquita.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coquita. Accessed 28 Jun. 2022.

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