abaca Meaning & Definition
/ˈæb.əˌkɑː/
What Does Abaca Mean?
Abaca is a noun that means Musa textilis, a species of banana tree native to the Philippines grown for its textile, rope- and papermaking fibre. It can also mean The fiber of this plant, used in rope, fibers, and cloth.
Abaca: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈæb.əˌkɑː/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Synonyms | manila hemp, manilla hemp and musa textilis |
| Plural | abacas |
Abaca Definition (Noun)
- Musa textilis, a species of banana tree native to the Philippines grown for its textile, rope- and papermaking fibre.
- The fiber of this plant, used in rope, fibers, and cloth.
Noun
- The fiber of this plant, used in rope.
Synonyms of Abaca
Abaca synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
abaca (countable and uncountable, plural abacas)
Words That Rhyme With Abaca
Origin of Abaca
From Spanish abacá, from Tagalog abaka.
Pronouncing Abaca
Abaca is pronounced /ˈæb.əˌkɑː/ and has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (æb).
Common Questions About Abaca
What part of speech is abaca?
Abaca is a noun.
What is another word for abaca?
Close synonyms of abaca are manila hemp, manilla hemp and musa textilis. See the full list of abaca synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of abaca?
The plural of abaca is abacas.