bast fiber

noun

Definition of BAST FIBER

: a strong woody fiber obtained chiefly from the phloem of plants and used especially in cordage, matting, and fabrics

1852

Medical Dictionary

noun \ˈbast-\

: a strong woody fiber obtained chiefly from the phloem of plants and used especially in cordage, matting, and fabrics—called also bast

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