jute

1 of 2

noun (1)

ˈjüt

: 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

Jute

2 of 2

noun (2)

ˈjüt

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

Jutish

ˈjü-tish

adjective

Examples of jute in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

This tabletop spruce, complete with a natural jute base, is a great option. —

Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 13 Sep. 2023 Annie Selkie has over 700 styles of natural sisal and jute, knotted wool, versatile indoor/outdoor rugs, and even leather rag rugs available online and in stores around the country. —

Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2023 The ultra-luxe beachfront glamping tents at Tiwi Island Retreat have a soothing neutral color palette and natural textures with jute rugs, driftwood coffee tables, and wooden walls. —

Brittany Anas, House Beautiful, 2 Sep. 2023 The cocktail table is by Stahl + Band, the armchair by Orior, the jute rug by Armadillo, and the artwork by Zhang Huan. —

Tessa Watson, ELLE Decor, 14 Aug. 2023 Top a large jute rug with a smaller wool one, for example, or accessorize with pillows and throws made with organic fibers. —

Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023 The round reversible rug, which is handmade of 100 percent jute, looks great under a round dining table or near an entryway. —

Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 28 July 2023 The open-air lounge, decked out with jute rugs and evocative copper art pieces, as well as the men’s and women’s pool and sauna areas, face expansive lava rock fields or lush green patches littered with delicate white pikake flowers. —

Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 27 July 2023 In pictures, Meghan can be seen carrying a large jute tote by Amante, and wearing aviator sunglasses. —

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Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

Bengali jhuṭo

Noun (2)

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

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1746, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of jute was in the 14th century

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Kids Definition

jute

1 of 2 noun

ˈjüt

: a glossy fiber from either of two Asian plants that is used chiefly for making sacks and twine

Jute

2 of 2 noun

ˈjüt

: a member of a Germanic people invading England from Jutland and settling in Kent in the 5th century a.d.

Medical Definition

jute

noun

ˈjüt

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