jars

[dʒɑː(r)z]

jars Definition

• 1. a wide-mouthed, cylindrical container made of glass or pottery, especially one used for storing food
• 2. to have an unpleasant, jarring effect

Using jars: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "jars" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She stored the pickles in jars.

• Example

  The loud music jars my nerves.

• Example

  The sudden noise jarred me awake.

jars Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for jars

• container
• pot
• vessel
• canister
• bottle

Phrases with jars

• jar on

  to irritate or grate on someone's nerves

  Example

  The sound of his voice jars on me.

• mason jar

  a type of jar with a two-part lid, usually used for canning and preserving food

  Example

  She filled the mason jar with homemade jam.

• cookie jar

  a jar used for storing cookies or other baked goods

  Example

  She kept the cookie jar stocked with fresh treats.

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Summary: jars in Brief

The term 'jars' [dʒɑː(r)z] refers to cylindrical containers made of glass or pottery, often used for storing food. It can also mean to have an unpleasant, jarring effect, as in 'The loud music jars my nerves.' 'Jars' extends into phrases like 'mason jar,' and 'cookie jar,' denoting specific types of jars used for canning and storing food.