Burlap
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbɝlæp/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Burlap is a noun meaning (US) A very strong, coarse cloth, made from jute, flax, or hemp, and used to make sacks, etc.
Meaning
(US) A very strong, coarse cloth, made from jute, flax, or hemp, and used to make sacks, etc.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To wrap or cover in burlap.
Example Sentences
“A ranger responded and found two whole chickens in a burlap sack in a hot spring,” she said. A cooking pot was also found nearby.
Word Forms
- burlaps
- burlapping
- burlapped
Synonyms for burlap
Depending on context, synonyms include hessian, crocus, gunny.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gunny, borelap, sackcloth, burl, burel, barkcloth.
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