- a state in Malaysia, on the SW Malay Peninsula: formerly a part of the British Straits Settlements and of the Federation of Malaya. 640 sq. mi. (1,658 sq. km).
- a seaport in and the capital of this state.
- a strait between Sumatra and the Malay Peninsula. 35–185 miles (56–298 km) wide.
- the stem of the rattan palm
- a walking stick made from this stem
- a state of SW Peninsular Malaysia: rubber plantations. Capital: Malacca. Pop: 635 791 (2000). Area: 1683 sq km (650 sq miles)
