Jar

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1. Noun

A turn. [Only in phrase.]

2. Noun

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.

3. Noun

The measure of what is contained in a jar; as, a jar of oil; a jar of preserves.

4. Verb

To give forth a rudely quivering or tremulous sound; to sound harshly or discordantly; as, the notes jarred on my ears.

5. Verb

To act in opposition or disagreement; to clash; to interfere; to quarrel; to dispute.

6. Verb

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.

7. Verb

To tick; to beat; to mark or tell off.

8. Noun

A rattling, tremulous vibration or shock; a shake; a harsh sound; a discord; as, the jar of a train; the jar of harsh sounds.

9. Noun

Clash of interest or opinions; collision; discord; debate; slight disagreement.

10. Noun

A regular vibration, as of a pendulum.

11. Noun

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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