rattan
藤条,藤制,藤编,藤
Definitions
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- : Also called rattan palm . any of various climbing palms of the genus Calamus or allied genera.
- : the tough stems of such palms, used for wickerwork, canes, etc.
- : a stick or switch of this material.
Examples
Reed, willow, rattan … strong, durable fibers that are lightweight.
This set merges the durability and quality of metal with the warmth of elements like rattan and wood grain.
As the marines followed Green in, led by Major Russell with his rattan cane, one of them was shot in the face, and another killed.
The rein was fastened to a piece of split rattan drawn through the animal's nose.
Then with the aid of rattan nooses they drew it up on the shore, and with their sharp knives proceeded to strip away the skin.
Nevertheless, this modern Epaminondas made use of the rattan in his choleric moments, and advised its use!
In one hand he carries a short rattan stick, which he twirls in his fingers carelessly.
It was there that I learned the art of weaving reeds and rattan, and carving curious designs upon wood.