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

Your rug care plan will depend on what it’s made of—sturdier jute rugs will require less spot cleaning. —Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 14 May 2025

Harrison suggests natural options, like jute or sisal. —Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2025

Neutral, natural fibers like jute and rattan temper the playful hue. —Laura Fenton, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2025

Removing jute or other flammable doormats, brooms on the porch, flammable outdoor furniture within 5 feet of the house. —Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025

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

Rhymes for jute

• beaut
• boot
• bruit
• brut
• brute
• chute
• coot
• cute
• flute
• fruit
• hoot
• loot

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