Definitions for the word "jar" from multiple English dictionaries.
1. n.
A turn. [Only in phrase.]
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
2. n.
A deep, broad-mouthed vessel of earthenware or glass, for holding fruit, preserves, etc., or for ornamental purposes; as, a jar of honey; a rose jar.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
3. n.
The measure of what is contained in a jar; as, a jar of oil; a jar of preserves.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
4. v. i.
To give forth a rudely quivering or tremulous sound; to sound harshly or discordantly; as, the notes jarred on my ears.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
5. v. i.
To act in opposition or disagreement; to clash; to interfere; to quarrel; to dispute.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
6. v. t.
To cause a short, tremulous motion of, to cause to tremble, as by a sudden shock or blow; to shake; to shock; as, to jar the earth; to jar one's faith.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
7. v. t.
To tick; to beat; to mark or tell off.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
8. n.
A rattling, tremulous vibration or shock; a shake; a harsh sound; a discord; as, the jar of a train; the jar of harsh sounds.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
9. n.
Clash of interest or opinions; collision; discord; debate; slight disagreement.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
10. n.
A regular vibration, as of a pendulum.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
11. n.
In deep well boring, a device resembling two long chain links, for connecting a percussion drill to the rod or rope which works it, so that the drill is driven down by impact and is jerked loose when jammed.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
12. n.
1 a container, usu. Of glass and cylindrical. B contents of this. 2 colloq. Glass of beer. [french from arabic]
Source: Oxford English Dictionary, 1884
13. v.
(-rr-) 1 (often foll. By on) (of sound, manner, etc.) Sound discordant, grate (on the nerves etc.). 2 a (often foll. By against, on) (cause to) strike (esp. Part of the body) with vibration or shock (jarred his neck). B vibrate with shock etc. 3 (often foll. By with) be at variance or in conflict. n. 1 jarring sound or sensation. 2 physical shock or jolt. [imitative]
Source: Oxford English Dictionary, 1884
14. n.
on the jar ajar. [obsolete char turn: see *ajar, *char2]
Source: Oxford English Dictionary, 1884
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