Meaning of mitsumata | Babel Free

Definitions

Paperbush, any of various species of shrubs in the genus Edgeworthia native to Asia that may be used to make paper.

Examples

“Moreover, the fibres of Ganpi and Mitsumata are not strong enough singly, yet they are extensively used with other coarse raw materials in order to give the tenderness, smoothness, and lustre to paper of low quality.”

“Mitsumata has been used for paper since about 1600 CE. It is one of three main fiber types used for making Japanese paper.”

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