1. a coarse, strong fabric made from jute or hemp fibers, used for making sacks, bags, and other rough materials

Examples

• The potatoes were stored in large burlap sacks.
• She covered the young plants with burlap to protect them from frost.
• The coffee beans arrived at the warehouse in burlap bags.
• He used burlap as a natural weed barrier in his garden.
• The rustic wedding decorations included burlap table runners.
• Burlap is often used for shipping agricultural products.
• The artist stretched burlap over the frame instead of canvas.