Definition of raffia
: the fiber of the raffia palm used especially as cord for tying and weaving
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The screen is 17th-century Japanese, and the metallic raffia wallcovering is by Phillip Jeffries.
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Tie your lei po‘o onto your head, and trim any excess raffia.
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Step 2: Braid Tie four 3-foot-long raffia cords (check craft stores) into a knot 6 inches from the end.
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That little printed tape on the sides of the seat cushions is really lovely, boxed in by raffia welting with a soft chambray top.
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Exotic island influences abound throughout the house, in the form of palm trees both real and artificial, monkey and bamboo motifs, raffia walls and jute carpets, and a tropical-fruit–bowl color scheme.
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Offer burlap ribbon, raffia or some type of rustic, neutral ribbon for accents.
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Line premade paper boxes with parchment; serve up the last of your crew’s favorite pies; and garnish with sprigs of wheat, dried or faux berries and raffia.
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The homes are generously proportioned; this one has a huge pantry filled with all different kinds of china and place settings, great big chargers and raffia table mats.
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Origin and Etymology of raffia
Malagasy rafia
RAFFIA Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of raffia for English Language Learners
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: material that looks like string, is made from palm leaves, and is used to make baskets, hats, etc.
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