jute
1 of 2noun (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 2noun (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 
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web
Lauren Mcdowell, Chron, 17 Aug. 2022 Protective surface treatment and jute backing are added, and the product is cut into sheets, 12 by 12-inch tiles, or 12 by 36-inch planks. Arricca Elin Sansone, House Beautiful, 22 July 2022 Natural textures like straw and jute add instant warmth. Sunset Magazine, 11 July 2022 The biomaterials are all responsibly sourced, including leather certified by the Leather Working Group and sustainably harvested cotton and jute. Olivia O'bryon, Forbes, 3 July 2022 It's made in India from durable 100 percent jute and features warm shades such as pink, orange, and red, mimicking a sunset. Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2022 Most of the walls and graphics use board produced with wheat straw, while the linoleum on a bench incorporates jute and linseed oil. Vanessa H. Larson, Washington Post, 28 June 2022 It's made from cotton and jute rope and stands at 17-inches tall. Rachel Simon, PEOPLE.com, 16 May 2022 Made from jute or rope-like material from a plant, the espadrille dates back to 13th-century France and was later popularized in 1970 by Yves Saint Laurent, who worked with heritage label Castañer to design a heeled version of the traditional shoe. Lauren Caruso, Harper's BAZAAR, 12 May 2022 See More
Noun
The considerable frozen section is a go-to for hard-to-source items like jute leaves, cha-om leaf shoots and krachai, a wild ginger root used in many Thai dishes. Lauren Mcdowell, Chron, 17 Aug. 2022 Protective surface treatment and jute backing are added, and the product is cut into sheets, 12 by 12-inch tiles, or 12 by 36-inch planks. Arricca Elin Sansone, House Beautiful, 22 July 2022 Natural textures like straw and jute add instant warmth. Sunset Magazine, 11 July 2022 The biomaterials are all responsibly sourced, including leather certified by the Leather Working Group and sustainably harvested cotton and jute. Olivia O'bryon, Forbes, 3 July 2022 It's made in India from durable 100 percent jute and features warm shades such as pink, orange, and red, mimicking a sunset. Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2022 Most of the walls and graphics use board produced with wheat straw, while the linoleum on a bench incorporates jute and linseed oil. Vanessa H. Larson, Washington Post, 28 June 2022 It's made from cotton and jute rope and stands at 17-inches tall. Rachel Simon, PEOPLE.com, 16 May 2022 Made from jute or rope-like material from a plant, the espadrille dates back to 13th-century France and was later popularized in 1970 by Yves Saint Laurent, who worked with heritage label Castañer to design a heeled version of the traditional shoe. Lauren Caruso, Harper's BAZAAR, 12 May 2022 See More 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
noun
ˈjüt
: a strong glossy fiber from a tropical plant used chiefly for making sacks and twine
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