Coir
[kɒiә]
Definition
(n.) A material for cordage, matting, etc., consisting of the prepared fiber of the outer husk of the cocoanut.
(n.) Cordage or cables, made of this material.
Typist: Rebecca
Definition
n. the strong fibre of the husk of the coco-nut used for making door-mats.
Inputed by Errol
Examples
- The coarse yarn obtained from it is called coir, and it is also used for cordage. Various. The Wonder Book of Knowledge.
- To them we may add coir, obtained from the brush of the cocoanut, which has been long used in India, and has come into use in Europe in recent years. Various. The Wonder Book of Knowledge.
- As above said, it is indispensable to protect cordage exposed to the effects of moisture, except in the case of coir ropes. Various. The Wonder Book of Knowledge.
Typist: Phil