jar1 |
a round container with a wide mouth, usually made of glass or pottery, and often having a lid. [2 definitions] |
jar2 |
to crash into or bump so as to cause movement; jolt. [4 definitions] |
jargon1 |
special words or language used by a particular group or to describe a particular interest. |
jaundice |
a condition of the liver that causes the eyes and skin to become yellow. |
jaundiced |
having or looking as if one had jaundice. |
jaunt |
a short trip made for fun and pleasure. |
jaunty |
having a light manner; lively and confident. |
Java |
the principal island of Indonesia. [2 definitions] |
Javanese |
of or having to do with the island of Java or its people, culture, language, or the like. [2 definitions] |
javelin |
a light spear thrown as a weapon. [3 definitions] |
jaw |
either or both of the two bones that frame the mouth and hold the teeth. [3 definitions] |
jawbone |
any of the bones that are part of the jaw, especially the lower one. |
jay |
a brightly colored, noisy bird that belongs to the crow family. A blue jay is one kind of jay. |
jaywalk |
to walk across a street in a place or at a time that is against traffic laws. |
jazz |
a form of music with strong, complex rhythms that started with African Americans in the late 1800s. Jazz musicians often add notes or make up parts as they play. |
jealous |
afraid of losing someone's love or attention to another person. [2 definitions] |
jealousy |
a feeling of envy towards another person and what he or she has or can do. |
jean |
pants made from a heavy, often blue, cotton cloth. |
jeep |
(Trademark) a brand of sturdy, powerful car made for driving off roads on rough ground. It was first made for military use. [2 definitions] |
Jell-O |
(trademark) a sweetened, fruit-flavored gelatin dessert. |
jelly |
a soft food made from fruit juice and sugar. It is usually spread on bread or toast. [2 definitions] |