BusinessAugust 8, 2026

jute

JOOT

Definition

A strong, coarse fiber used for making burlap, sacks, and rope, derived from the stems of a tropical plant.

Etymology

Derived from the Bengali 'jhuto' or 'juta', which comes from the Sanskrit 'juta' meaning 'matted hair' or 'twisted hair'.

In the news

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Curbing inflation Job is not done yet

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The Financial Express

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