kenaf

/kəˈnæf/
noun
  1. A tropical plant from the hibiscus family, grown for its strong fibers used to make rope, paper, and other products.
    • Kenaf stalks can be processed into a material similar to jute for making burlap sacks.
    • Farmers in some parts of Asia grow kenaf as a sustainable source of fiber.
    • The company uses kenaf instead of wood pulp to make eco-friendly paper.
  2. The fiber obtained from the kenaf plant, used in textiles and industrial materials.
    • They blended kenaf with cotton to create a durable fabric for bags.
    • Rope made from kenaf is strong and biodegradable.
    • Kenaf is often used as a natural reinforcement in composite materials.
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