Jute: meaning, definitions and examples

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jute

 

[ dส’uหt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fiber production

Jute is a long, shiny vegetable fiber that can be spun into coarse, strong threads. It is one of the most affordable natural fibers and is used primarily for making burlap, hessian, and gunny cloth. Jute production is significant in countries like India and Bangladesh, where it is cultivated in abundance. The fiber is known for its biodegradable properties and is increasingly favored for eco-friendly products.

Synonyms

burlap, hessian, jute fiber

Examples of usage

  • The jute bags are more environmentally friendly than plastic.
  • Jute fiber is used extensively in the textile industry.
  • She used jute twine to tie the vines in her garden.

Translations

Translations of the word "jute" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น jutro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเฅ‚เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Jute

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jute

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะถัƒั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ jut

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ธใƒฅใƒผใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท jute

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ yute

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท jรผt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฃผํŠธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌูˆุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jut

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jut

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ป„้บป

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ jut

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ jรบt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะถัƒั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฏแƒฃแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jรผt

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ yute

Etymology

The word 'jute' comes from the Bengali word 'jute,' which refers to the same fiber. It has been used for centuries in the Indian subcontinent for various applications, especially in packaging and textiles. The cultivation of jute dates back to ancient times, and it was traditionally hand-harvested. The industrial processing of jute began in the 19th century, leading to its widespread use globally. Jute's relevance increased during the world wars due to the demand for heavy-duty fabrics. Today, jute plays a pivotal role in sustainable agricultural practices and environmental conservation efforts as a biodegradable alternative to synthetic fibers.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,226, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.