: the glossy fiber of either of two Asian plants (Corchorus olitorius and C. capsularis) of the linden family used chiefly for sacking, burlap, and twine
also
: a plant producing jute
: a member of a Germanic people invading England from the Continent and settling in Kent in the fifth century
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Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2025
Today, many are made with jute roping rather than esparto, and opt for rubber soles for greater durability.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2025
Eco-friendly jute is another natural material ubiquitous to door mat designs, favored for their organic look, and their ability to trap dirt but look clean doing it.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2025
In a similar vein to Bangladesh’s yarn import ban, India’s actions are designed to bolster its domestic jute industry, which the country claims has been hampered by competition from duty-free Bangladeshi jute that enters its borders.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 3 July 2025
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The natural and neutral-toned jute fringe rug might not be filled with bright colors, but the eye-catching floral pattern adds plenty of flair.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2025
Today, many are made with jute roping rather than esparto, and opt for rubber soles for greater durability.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2025
Eco-friendly jute is another natural material ubiquitous to door mat designs, favored for their organic look, and their ability to trap dirt but look clean doing it.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2025
In a similar vein to Bangladesh’s yarn import ban, India’s actions are designed to bolster its domestic jute industry, which the country claims has been hampered by competition from duty-free Bangladeshi jute that enters its borders.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 3 July 2025
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“Jute.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jute. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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: the glossy fiber of either of two Asian plants (Corchorus olitorius and C. capsularis) of the linden family (Tiliaceae) formerly used in absorbent dressings
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