mason jar

noun

often capitalized M

: a widemouthed jar used especially for home canning

Examples of mason jar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Magical door wash to welcome in the new To create your magic door wash, start with a glass mason jar and cleanse the space above it by ringing a bell in a clockwise motion to clear any lingering energy. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025

Here’s how to make my easy Copycat Starbucks Spicy Falafel Pocket recipe: Preheat your oven or air-fryer to 375° F. Make the quick pickled onions: In a mason jar, pour ½ cup vinegar (rice, white wine, and apple cider all work) and ½ cup water. —Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2025

The Best Way to Keep Radishes Fresher Longer in the Fridge Storing radishes in a zip-top bag or mason jar are both wise moves to max out their fresh shelf life. —Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Feb. 2025

How to Store Chia Seeds The best way to store chia seeds is to put them in an air-tight container such as a mason jar. —Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 18 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

John L. Mason, †1902 American metalsmith

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for mason jar

• abattoir
• alcazar
• autocar
• avatar
• belshazzar
• caviar
• caviare
• cinnabar
• commissar
• condylar
• deodar
• handlebar