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mass noun, often as modifierThe straw from a talipot palm used for making hats.
‘a buntal hat’
‘We are a newly established company in the Philippines which manufactures and markets handwoven bags made of raffia, jute, buntal, bamboo and fabric.’
‘Ideal as gifts, these unique designs are made using mainly handwoven fibers - abaca, raffia, buntal - and handmade paper.’
‘Shade yourself from the sun with this expertly handmade buntal hat in a burst of colours.’
‘This gorgeous clam shape bag is brushed in buntal weave and finished with exquisite braided snakeskin handles.’
‘Of the total annual average buntal fiber production of 10.4 metric tons, 70% is for local consumption.’
‘Woven buntal creates a two-directional fabric of polished finish and geometric refinement.’
‘Bamboo and buntal hats bring the most money to the islands, although many inexpensive buri hats are exported.’
‘The production of buntal fiber started in Sariaya and Tayabas in Quezon while the buntal hat weaving industry began in Baliuag, Bulacan way back during the pre-war years.’