A kind of hemp obtained from the abaca plant in the Philippines.
1The ropes made from it are of that kind called Manilla hemp.
2What is known as Manilla hemp is an article of much value.
3This is inclosed within several strands of Manilla hemp, with ten iron wires woven among them.
4A rougher sort, called Manilla hemp, is made into rope, which, with the raw material, is largely exported.
Translations for Manilla hemp