Definitions

1. noun

a container, typically made of glass or plastic, with a narrow neck and a wide body, used for storing dry goods, such as food or liquids.

“She stored the spices in a glass jar on the kitchen shelf.”

2. verb

to remove or take something from a container, often in a sudden or forceful manner.

“He jarred the lid off the jar and poured the contents into a bowl.”

3. verb

to cause a sudden or violent movement, especially of a person’s body or a vehicle.

“The accident jarred the car, leaving it dented and damaged.”

4. verb

to cause someone to feel a shock or surprise, often in a physical or emotional sense.

“The news jarred her, and she couldn’t believe what she was hearing.”

5. verb

to remove or separate something from a surrounding material, especially in a rough or uneven manner.

“The drill jarred the rock, causing it to break into pieces.”