- Cf. OE. charken to creak, AS. cearcian to gnash, F. jars a gander, L. garrire to chatter, prate, OHG. kerran to chatter, croak, G. quarren to grumble, and E. jargonajar
- To give forth a rudely quivering or tremulous sound; to sound harshly or discordantly; as, the notes jarred on my ears.When such strings jar, what hope of harmony ?A string may jar in the best master's hand.
- To act in opposition or disagreement; to clash; to interfere; to quarrel; to dispute.When those renowned noble peers Greece Through stubborn pride among themselves did jar.For orders and degreesJar not with liberty, but well consist.
