jute
What is another word for jute? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A coarse, strong fibre from certain plants of the East Indies, used to make items such as mats, paper and sacking.
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How to use jute
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
jute bag
jute rope
jute fibre
jute mat
It is an everyday word for a material and is neutral in tone.
Etymology
English borrowed the word from Bengali jhuṭ. It is likely related to similar words in Ukrainian and Russian.
Full origin of jute →Frequently asked questions
What is jute used for?
Jute fibre is used to make mats, paper and gunny cloth, among other things.
Where does the word jute come from?
English borrowed it from Bengali.
Is jute a plant or a fibre?
It is both. The word names the coarse fibre and also the plants that the fibre comes from.
