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Definition & Meaning of "jar"

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.

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jar definition and meaning

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.

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She carefully filled the jar with homemade strawberry jam, sealing it tightly with a lid.
The kitchen shelves were lined with colorful jars filled with spices, grains, and dried herbs.
1.1

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

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As a special treat, she used a jar of her secret recipe barbecue sauce to slather over the grilled chicken.
For the school bake sale, she contributed a jar of chewy chocolate chip cookies, which quickly sold out.
02

a sudden jarring impact

to jar
01

move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion

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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