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Date: 1800-1900
Language: Malagasy
Origin: rafia

raffia

 noun
     
Related topics: Crafts
raf‧fi‧a [uncountable]
TIC a soft substance like string that comes from the leaves of a palm tree and is used for making baskets, hats, mats etc
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