Definition
piasaba
noun
- A coarse, stiff fiber obtained from the leaves of a South American palm tree, used to make brushes, brooms, and rope.
Usage: Also spelled piassava or piassava fiber; Primarily used in industrial and household applications
Examples
- The broom was made from piasaba fibers harvested in Brazil.
- Piasaba is valued for its durability in manufacturing stiff brushes.
- The rope was woven from piasaba strands for maritime use.
- Industrial suppliers import piasaba for brush production.
- Piasaba fibers resist wear better than many synthetic alternatives.