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gunnysack

 

[ หˆษกสŒniหŒsรฆk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bag type

A gunnysack is a large, heavy-duty bag made of burlap, typically used for carrying grain, potatoes, or other agricultural products. It is known for its durability and ability to hold substantial weight. Originally, gunnysacks were made from jute or other natural fibers, but now they can also be made from synthetic materials.

Synonyms

burlap sack, grain sack, produce bag

Examples of usage

  • The farmer filled the gunnysack with freshly harvested potatoes.
  • They used a gunnysack to transport grains to the market.
  • She stored the old clothes in a gunnysack for donation.

Translations

Translations of the word "gunnysack" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น saco de juta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเฅ‚เคŸ เค•เคพ เคฌเฅ‹เคฐเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Jutesack

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kantong goni

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผั–ัˆะพะบ ะท ะดะถัƒั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ worek jutowy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ธใƒฅใƒผใƒˆ่ข‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sac en jute

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ saco de yute

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท jรผt รงuval

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ™ฉ๋งˆ ์ž๋ฃจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒูŠุณ ู…ู† ุงู„ุฌูˆุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jutovรฝ pytel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jutovรฝ vak

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้บป่ข‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ jutovina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ jรบtsekkur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะถัƒั‚ ัำฉะผะบะตัั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฏแƒฃแƒขแƒ˜แƒก แƒฉแƒแƒœแƒ—แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jรผt รงuval

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ saco de yute

Etymology

The term 'gunnysack' originates from the word 'gunny,' which refers to a coarse fabric made from jute or burlap. The use of jute dates back to ancient times, particularly in regions of India and Bangladesh, where it was cultivated for making ropes, textiles, and sacks. The word 'gunny' itself is derived from the Bengali word 'goni' or 'goni,' meaning sack or bag. Over time, the gunnysack became a staple in agriculture for its lightweight and robust qualities, gaining popularity in various parts of the world, especially in farming communities. With the advent of synthetic materials, gunnysacks have evolved, but the traditional burlap version remains widely used. This evolution highlights the adaptability and enduring practicality of the gunnysack in everyday life.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,896, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.