jar

What is the Definition of jar?

Noun:

1. a vessel (usually cylindrical)
2. the quantity contained in a jar
3. a sudden jarring impact

Verb:

1. be incompatible; be or come into conflict
2. move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion
3. shock physically
4. affect in a disagreeable way
5. place in a cylindrical vessel

Other meanings of jar (synonyms, cognates).