Gunny

usgb/ˈɡʌni/
noun

A coarse, heavy material made from jute that's used for bags and sacks.

She carried her shopping in a sturdy gunny bag.
Visual representation of "gunny" - A coarse, heavy material made from jute that's used for bags and sacks

Often appears as...

  • gunny sack
  • gunny bag
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Tactile Texture

Gunny has a rough texture; it's not soft or delicate to touch.

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The gunny sacks at the farmer's market were too coarse for the children to sit on.
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Durability Emphasis

Gunny material is chosen for strength and endurance, rather than comfort.

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The gunny sacks used for transporting grain can withstand a lot of weight.
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Practical Use

Emphasizes its common use for storage and transport rather than aesthetics.

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Farmers often use gunny sacks to store and ship their potatoes.
Visual representation of the word "Gunny"

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