jar
Pronunciation
/dʒɑr/

Definition & Meaning of "jar"in English

Jar
01

a container with a wide opening and a lid, typically made of glass or ceramic, used to store food such as honey, jam, pickles, etc.

jar definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
jars

What is a "jar"?

A jar is a cylindrical container with a wide mouth and a screw-on or snap-on lid, typically made of glass, ceramic, or plastic. Jars are commonly used for storing and preserving various food items, such as jams, jellies, pickles, sauces, spreads, and dry goods like grains, beans, and spices. They can also be used for storing non-food items, such as candles, craft supplies, or personal care products. Jars come in various sizes and shapes, including round, square, or hexagonal, and they may feature decorative elements or designs on the exterior.

Examples
She carefully filled the jar with homemade strawberry jam, sealing it tightly with a lid.
1.1

the items, substances, or amount contained within a typically glass container with a wide mouth

Examples
As a special treat, she used a jar of her secret recipe barbecue sauce to slather over the grilled chicken.
02

a sudden jarring impact

to jar
01

move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Movement verb
Regular
Present tense
jar
3rd person singular
jars
Present participle
jarring
Past simple
jarred
Past participle
jarred
02

be incompatible; be or come into conflict

03

place in a cylindrical vessel

04

affect in a disagreeable way

05

shock physically

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