kenaf

/ˈkiːnɑːf/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant of the mallow family, Hibiscus cannabinus, cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions for its fibre, which is used to make ropes, paper, and building materials.

“The textile industry began to use kenaf as a sustainable alternative to cotton.”

Synonyms

  • abaca
  • hemp

Antonyms

  • non-renewable resources
  • synthetic materials