: 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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Maggie Horton, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Against the jungle greenery, the hotel’s affinity for natural textures (linen, jute, stone, wood) reminds us that nature has a limitless range.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2025
Wicker baskets offer an authentic look and are made of woven jute, rattan or Narra.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2025
From the wooden floors and jute rugs to the volcanic stones in the bathroom, no corner has gone unconsidered.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Wayfair quietly slashed prices on Stewart’s high-quality runners, jute rugs, round rugs, and more.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Against the jungle greenery, the hotel’s affinity for natural textures (linen, jute, stone, wood) reminds us that nature has a limitless range.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2025
Wicker baskets offer an authentic look and are made of woven jute, rattan or Narra.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2025
From the wooden floors and jute rugs to the volcanic stones in the bathroom, no corner has gone unconsidered.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Apr. 2025
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“Jute.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jute. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.
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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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