Jar
Definition of Jar
Pronunciation: jär | n. | 1. | A turn. | | 1. | 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. | | 2. | The measure of what is contained in a jar; as, a jar of oil; a jar of preserves. | | v. i. | 1. | | | 1. | To give forth a rudely quivering or tremulous sound; to sound harshly or discordantly; as, the notes jarred on my ears. | | 2. | To act in opposition or disagreement; to clash; to interfere; to quarrel; to dispute. | | v. t. | 1. | 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. | | 2. | To tick; to beat; to mark or tell off. | | n. | 1. | A rattling, tremulous vibration or shock; a shake; a harsh sound; a discord; as, the jar of a train; the jar of harsh sounds. | | 2. | Clash of interest or opinions; collision; discord; debate; slight disagreement. | | 3. | A regular vibration, as of a pendulum. | | 4. | 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. |
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