1. a type of coarse grass native to North Africa and Spain, used for making paper and rope
Usage: also called esparto grass
2. the first letter of the Greek alphabet (Α, α)
Usage: variant spelling of alpha

Examples

• Alfa grass was historically harvested in Spain for industrial use.
• The paper was made from alfa fibers.
• In some contexts, alfa is used as an alternative spelling for the Greek letter alpha.
• Alfa plants thrive in Mediterranean climates.
• The textile industry once relied heavily on alfa for rope production.