rattan

noun

rat·​tan ra-ˈtan How to pronounce rattan (audio)
rə-
1
: a rattan cane or switch
2
a
: a climbing palm (especially of the genus Calamus) with very long tough stems
b
: a part of the jointed stem of a rattan used especially for furniture, wickerwork, and walking sticks

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Done up with vintage-style rattan and wicker, all five units are delights. Tracey Minkin, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2024 This relaxed lounger from CB2 made with mindi wood and rattan is effortlessly stylish. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 Aug. 2024 The sturdy steel frame, which is made from a durable and weather-resistant rattan, is designed to have a long lifespan. Megan Schaltegger, Peoplemag, 25 July 2024 The set is made from weather-resistant rattan and each seat comes with a comfortable cushion covered in a machine-washable case. Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 17 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for rattan 

Word History

Etymology

Malay rotan

First Known Use

1606, in the meaning defined at sense 2b

Time Traveler
The first known use of rattan was in 1606

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“Rattan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rattan. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

rattan

noun
rat·​tan ra-ˈtan How to pronounce rattan (audio)
rə-
1
: a climbing palm with very long tough stems
2
: a part of a rattan stem used especially for furniture and wickerwork

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