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Mason jar

Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪsnʤɑː(r)/

Definition of Mason jar

noun

North American
  • a wide-mouthed glass jar with an airtight screw top, used for preserving fruit and vegetables.

Origin:

late 19th century: named after John L. Mason (died 1902), American inventor

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Definition of Mason jar in the US English dictionary
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