sisal

noun

si·​sal ˈsī-səl How to pronounce sisal (audio)
-zəl
1
a
: a strong white fiber used especially for cordage and twine

called also sisal hemp

b
: a widely cultivated Mexican agave (Agave sisalana) whose leaves yield sisal
2
: any of several fibers similar to true sisal

Examples of sisal in a Sentence

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Her tropical roots are underscored further by the incorporation of a wide range of natural materials, including linen, sisal and raffia. Sofia Celeste, WWD, 10 Oct. 2024 Adorn the floor with an area rug Photo: Dustin Halleck For a welcoming small living room, Dawson is in favor of a foot-pleasing sisal area rug, like this one from Stark Carpet. Christina Cush, Architectural Digest, 24 Sep. 2024 Many of the artisans actually grow the sisal used to weave the baskets themselves, as well as using organic vegetables to dye the material. Emily Chan, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2024 Early designs called for plastic, but natural fibers such as canvas and sisal are now being considered to avoid pollution concerns. Byhannah Richter, science.org, 12 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for sisal 

Word History

Etymology

Sisal, port in Yucatán, Mexico

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of sisal was in 1827

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“Sisal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sisal. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

sisal

noun
si·​sal ˈsī-səl How to pronounce sisal (audio)
-zəl
1
: a strong durable white fiber used to make ropes and twine
2
: a widely grown tropical Mexican agave with leaves that produce sisal

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