manila maguey

Definitions of manila maguey
  1. noun
    hard fiber used in making coarse twine; from Philippine agave plants
    synonyms: Cebu maguey, cantala
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    type of:
    fiber, fibre
    a slender and greatly elongated substance capable of being spun into yarn
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