raffia

noun

raf·​fia ˈra-fē-ə 

: the fiber of the raffia palm used especially as cord for tying and weaving

Examples of raffia in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Men’s accessories encompass bags in tactile raffia, calfskin and denim for a relaxed summer mood with its clean contemporary shapes and artisanal details. — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026

And then there’s the use of fibers like raffia, which is turned into clothing using techniques like lace-making, applique and quilting. — CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2026

Pair it with thin flip-flops and a raffia bag for the perfect beachy look. — Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 18 Aug. 2026

Dress the part and embrace the ease of the season by pairing your Birkenstocks with a dainty mini dress, raffia sunhat, and other warm-weather accessories. — Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Malagasy rafia

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing raffia

• raffia palm

Kids Definition

raffia

noun

raf·​fia ˈraf-ē-ə 

: fiber from a palm of Madagascar and Africa used as a cord for weaving various articles (as baskets or hats) and for tying