noun
- plural of ramie; plants of the nettle family grown for their strong fibers used in textiles
Examples
- The textile factory imported ramies from Southeast Asia.
- Ramies produce some of the strongest natural fibers available.
- The farmer cultivated ramies alongside other fiber crops.
- Traditional weavers preferred ramies for making durable cloth.
- Several species of ramies grow wild in tropical regions.
- The company specialized in processing ramies into high-quality fabric.