1. Parts of Speech: Noun
2. Definitions: a plant of the mallow family, grown for its fiber, which is used to make rope, paper, and clothing.
3. Pronunciations: US: /kəˈnæf/; UK: /ˈkiːnæf/
4. Origin and Usage: Kenaf is native to Africa and is now widely cultivated in Asia and the Americas. It is used as a source of fiber for a variety of industrial applications, including paper, textiles, and biodegradable plastics. It is also used as animal feed and for soil remediation.
5. Synonyms: Hibiscus cannabinus, Deccan hemp
6. Related Words: fiber, hemp, jute, flax, linen
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