esparto
/ɛˈspɑrtoʊ/
noun
- A type of grass grown in southern Europe and North Africa, used to make paper, rope, and baskets.
- The artisan wove a strong basket from dried esparto grass.
- The paper mill imports esparto fibers for high-quality stationery.
- In Spain, esparto has been used for centuries to make ropes and mats.