jute

noun \ ˈjüt \

Updated on: 8 Mar 2018

Definition of jute

: 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

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Recent Examples of jute from the Web

The jute rug has an earthy, sandy color, which repeats in the warm leather on the coffee table and stools.

— emma bazilian, House Beautiful, "You'll Feel Instantly Relaxed After Taking a Peek at This Beach House," 20 Feb. 2018
His opening event included more than 3,500 indigenous leaders from across the region, wearing ceremonial headdresses, colorful jute wrappings and spare reed skirts.

— jim wyss, miamiherald, "Pope Francis in Peru calls gold ‘false god’ fueling slavery | Miami Herald," 19 Jan. 2018
Large jute or other natural-fiber area rugs will add warmth and a pale color tone to your floors.

— jennifer adams, Philly.com, "Ask Jennifer Adams: How to warm up gray paint with accessories," 9 Jan. 2018
Designed by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, the new V&A will celebrate the country’s unsung design heritage—from jute to Minecraft (vandadundee.org).

— christian l. wright, WSJ, "Where to Travel in 2018, From Shanghai to Scotland’s Coolest City," 26 Oct. 2017
Hardwood floors in the Beckworth house gleam with a dark stain, and natural jute rugs provide an earthy contrast.

— mary colurso, AL.com, "Cool Spaces: Southern charm in every room of this modern farmhouse in Trussville," 1 Nov. 2017
WildKale also provides the farmers with shipping materials, including a compostable package for refrigerated items made from recycled jute, a type of plant fiber.

— andrew amelinckx, Smithsonian, "New Startup WildKale Lets Farmers Sell Directly to Customers Through an App," 11 Sep. 2017
The battle for independence had killed or displaced millions, damaged roads and railways, and severed ties with Pakistan’s bankers and industrialists (including the owner of one of the world’s biggest jute mills).

— The Economist, "East overtakes westBangladesh’s GDP per person is now higher than Pakistan’s," 7 Sep. 2017
Exotic island influences abound throughout the house, in the form of palm trees both real and artificial, monkey and bamboo motifs, raffia walls and jute carpets, and a tropical-fruit–bowl color scheme.

— celia barbour, House Beautiful, "Nicolette Horn on Designing Her Tropical-Style House in Norway," 14 Sep. 2013

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Origin and Etymology of jute

Bengali jhuṭo

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First Known Use: 1746

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Jute

noun \ ˈjüt \

Definition of Jute

: a member of a Germanic people invading England from the Continent and settling in Kent in the fifth century

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Jutish

play \ˈjü-tish\ adjective

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Origin and Etymology of jute

Middle English, from Medieval Latin Jutae Jutes, of Germanic origin; akin to Old English Eotenas Jutes

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First Known Use: 14th century

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JUTE Defined for English Language Learners

jute

noun

Definition of jute for English Language Learners

: a natural fiber that is used for making rope and cloth

JUTE Defined for Kids

jute

noun \ ˈjüt \

Definition of jute for Students

: a strong glossy fiber from a tropical plant used chiefly for making sacks and twine

Medical Dictionary

jute

noun \ ˈjüt \

medical Definition of jute

: the glossy fiber of either of two Asian plants (Corchorus olitorius and C. capsularis) of the linden family (Tiliaceae) formerly used in absorbent dressings