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| bast |
the strong fibrous outer layer of certain plant stems, such as flax or hemp, consisting of phloem tissue, and used in manufacturing cordage or woven goods. [1/2 definitions] |
| bhang |
the hemp plant of India. [1/2 definitions] |
| burlap |
a rough fabric made from strong plant fibers such as hemp or jute, used esp. for large packing bags. |
| cannabis |
the dried flowering tops of the Indian hemp plant, or the plant itself; marijuana; hashish. |
| canvas |
heavy, tightly woven cloth, usu. of flax, hemp, or cotton, used for making sails, tents, and protective coverings. [1/3 definitions] |
| grass cloth |
a coarse cloth made of plant fibers such as jute or hemp, used for table linens or as a textured wall covering. |
| gunny |
a strong, coarse fabric made of hemp or jute; burlap. [1/2 definitions] |
| hash1 |
shortened form of "hashish," the dried flowers, tops, and leaves of the hemp plant, or the narcotics extracted from them esp. for smoking. [1/6 definitions] |
| hashish |
the dried flowers, tops, and leaves of the hemp plant, or the narcotics extracted from them esp. for smoking. |
| hemp |
a narcotic substance derived from the hemp plant, such as marijuana or hashish. [2/4 definitions] |
| hempen |
of, pertaining to, made of, or resembling hemp. |
| hemp nettle |
any of several plants native to Europe and Asia that resemble hemp and have stiff hairs like those of the nettle. |
| kef |
a substance such as hemp that is smoked to induce this state. [1/2 definitions] |
| Manila |
see "Manila paper," "Manila hemp." [2/3 definitions] |
| Manila paper |
a sturdy brownish paper, used for envelopes or wrapping, originally made from Manila hemp. |
| marijuana |
the dried leaves and flowers of the hemp plant, often smoked for its euphoric effect. |
| matting1 |
a rough or coarse fabric made of hemp, straw, or the like, and used for making mats and other protective coverings. [1/2 definitions] |
| ret |
to moisten or soak (flax or hemp) in water in order to separate the fibers. |
| rope |
a strong, flexible, usu. thick and heavy line of twisted or braided hemp, nylon, or similar material. [1/8 definitions] |
| sackcloth |
a rough, coarsely woven material made of hemp, jute, flax, or the like, often used in making sacks. [1/2 definitions] |
| sacking |
a coarse heavy cloth woven of hemp, jute, or the like, usu. used to make sacks. |
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