: 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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Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2026
When the news came that a horse had scratched, a great stir rose, and several of the groomsmen who were sitting in the stalls with their horse wards scurried to start their brisk brushing to get the pine shavings off and used their jute sacks to spit-shine the coats slick.
—Literary Hub, 30 Apr. 2026
Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2025
It’s crafted from a blend of natural fibers (40 percent wool and 60 percent jute) that creates streaks of darker and lighter-colored strands throughout the rug.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
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Noun
For something with more of an earthy, calming vibe, this handwoven blue jute rug is strong, sustainable, and derived from plants; plus available in seven different sizes.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2026
When the news came that a horse had scratched, a great stir rose, and several of the groomsmen who were sitting in the stalls with their horse wards scurried to start their brisk brushing to get the pine shavings off and used their jute sacks to spit-shine the coats slick.
—Literary Hub, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
This versatile jute rug in any size up to 4x6' is far under $500 this Labor Day weekend.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2025
It’s crafted from a blend of natural fibers (40 percent wool and 60 percent jute) that creates streaks of darker and lighter-colored strands throughout the rug.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
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“Jute.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jute. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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: the glossy fiber of either of two Asian plants (Corchorus olitorius and C. capsularis) formerly used in absorbent dressings
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