Definition of jaar

"jaar" is probably misspelled. Trying jar instead Definition of jar

1. jar [ n ] a vessel (usually cylindrical) with a wide mouth and without handles

Used in print:

(Sallie Bingham, "Moving Day," The Atlantic...)

`` Why , Winston '' , she 'd cry , `` I just_now saw you eating it out of the jar '' !

Synonyms jar Related Terms vessel vase beaker amphora pithos cruse cookie_jar Mason_jar crock jampot canopic_jar mouth lid

2. jar [ v ] move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion

Used in print:

(The Dallas Morning News,...)

The Texans made themselves a comforting break on the opening kickoff when Denver 's Al_Carmichael was jarred loose from the ball when Dave_Grayson , the speedy halfback , hit him and Guard Al_Reynolds claimed it for Dallas .

Synonyms jar jolt Related Terms move jolt

3. jar [ v ] be incompatible; be or come into conflict
Examples: "These colors clash"

Used in print:

(George Harmon Coxe, Error of Judgement....)

For another second or two he gave_in to the annoyance that was directed at himself ; then his mind moved_on to be confronted by something far more serious , and as the thought expanded , the implications jarred him .

Synonyms jar collide clash Related Terms conflict collision

4. jar [ v ] affect in a disagreeable way
Examples: "This play jarred the audience"