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toquilla

noun
to·​qui·​lla | \ tōˈkē(y)ə\
plural -s

Definition of toquilla

1 : jipijapa
2 : a very flexible and durable fiber derived from the leaves of the jipijapa from which panama hats and other wares are plaited

History and Etymology for toquilla

Spanish, diminutive of toca headdress, toque

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