Jar
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɑːr/
Jar (noun)
- A glass or plastic container with a wide opening, used for storing food or liquids.
- A sudden, harsh noise that is unpleasant to hear.
- A sudden feeling of shock or surprise that makes you feel uncomfortable.
Examples
- She stored the jam in a glass jar.
- The pickles were kept in a large jar.
Common collocations: glass jar, open a jar, seal a jar, jarring noise, jar the senses
Jar (verb)
- To make a loud, unpleasant sound.
- To cause someone to feel a sudden shock or surprise.
Examples
- The door jarred loudly as it closed.
- The brakes jarred when applied suddenly.