: 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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Kelsey Fredricks, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2024
The walls are covered in jute and the tables have painted, opaque glass tops; a grand piano performance is held every night during dinner, and the open-style wine cellar, clad in a brass structure, has more than 370 bottles of Burgundy and Tuscan wines and Champagnes, among others.
—Andrea Onate, WWD, 26 Sep. 2024
These striking moments are supported by a Nordic Knots jute rug and more of Robbins’s designs, like a Ranger sofa, with its spindle back, woven leather seat, and blue canvas cushions.
—Morgan Goldberg, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
Pair this green paint color with textured details such as wicker storage baskets or a jute rug, and add a touch of shine with brass accents in the form of wall sconces, picture frames, or hardware.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024
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This piece is crafted from iron, mango wood, and jute rope and is both durable in quality and appearance with some delicate features.
—Kelsey Fredricks, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2024
The walls are covered in jute and the tables have painted, opaque glass tops; a grand piano performance is held every night during dinner, and the open-style wine cellar, clad in a brass structure, has more than 370 bottles of Burgundy and Tuscan wines and Champagnes, among others.
—Andrea Onate, WWD, 26 Sep. 2024
These striking moments are supported by a Nordic Knots jute rug and more of Robbins’s designs, like a Ranger sofa, with its spindle back, woven leather seat, and blue canvas cushions.
—Morgan Goldberg, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
Pair this green paint color with textured details such as wicker storage baskets or a jute rug, and add a touch of shine with brass accents in the form of wall sconces, picture frames, or hardware.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024
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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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