Definition

A thick and rough fabric made from jute or hemp, commonly used to make bags or sacks.

Example

The farmer stored the grains in a gunny bag to keep them safe.

Conversation

Did you see that gunny bag I brought to the market yesterday?

Yeah, it looked really sturdy for carrying groceries.

I love how versatile gunny fabric is for all sorts of uses.

Definitely! It's perfect for making reusable shopping bags.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gunny originates from the Hindi word 'goni', meaning a coarse fabric or sack made from jute. The term was adopted into English during the British colonial period in India, referring specifically to the type of bag made from this material.

Memory Tip

Think of the Hindi word 'goni' for a coarse fabric — this helps you remember that 'gunny' refers to a type of bag made from such material.

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