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

The braided handles on this jute basket are giving us major Rapunzel vibes. —Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025

James McNeil, owner of the Rug Specialists in Fair Oaks, near Sacramento, also uses water to clean jute rugs. —The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2025

The jute and mulch both break down over time, just as your plants cover more of the slope. —Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Feb. 2025

This outdoor handwoven jute doormat, for example, is equal parts stylish and durable and can withstand the many elements. —Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 29 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