noun
- A strong fiber obtained from various agave plants, used to make rope, twine, and textiles.
Usage: Also spelled 'ixtle'; Primarily used in commercial and industrial contexts
Examples
- The rope was made from istle fibers harvested from agave plants.
- Istle has been used for centuries in Mexico to produce durable textiles.
- The artisan wove istle into a sturdy mat for the marketplace.
- Istle fiber is valued for its strength and resistance to decay.