noun
- a plant of the nettle family grown in Asia for its strong fiber
- the strong, lustrous fiber obtained from the ramie plant, used to make textiles
Examples
- Ramie is cultivated primarily in China and other parts of Asia.
- The ramie plant produces one of the strongest natural fibers known.
- Textiles made from ramie fiber are highly durable and resistant to bacteria.
- Ramie blends well with cotton and other natural fibers.
- The fashion industry values ramie for its silk-like appearance and strength.
- Farmers harvest ramie multiple times per year due to its fast growth.