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 jute rug is only $20 and looks and feels expensive. —Ali Faccenda, People.com, 19 Oct. 2024

These all-natural jute rugs feature tasseled edges and colors, including Ivory Natural, Natural Ivory, Natural Espresso, and Ivory Black for a textured nod to preppy decor. —Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2024

The ground, which was made from jute padding to cushion the actors’ falls during the game, was littered with dirt, sticks and leaves. —Thea Glassman, Architectural Digest, 18 Sep. 2024

Decorate your space with plenty of plants and pieces made from natural materials and stones, like clay vases, wicker baskets, and jute rugs. —Claire Hoppe, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2024

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

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