mason jar

noun

variants often Mason jar
: a widemouthed jar used especially for home canning

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Someday our pickle obsession will go the way of mason jar salads, cronuts, boutique cupcakes, and the like. Elliott Harrell, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026 In its simplest form, scientists can put a chunk of soil in a mason jar, measure how much gas is released over time, then extrapolate a total figure. Denise Hruby, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026 Repurpose or research the value of items like cookie cutters, antique dishware, or mason jars before discarding them. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2026 Seal picnic drinks and snacks in mason jars to help prevent spills during the trip to your picnic destination. Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for mason jar

Word History

Etymology

John L. Mason, †1902 American metalsmith

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of mason jar was in 1888

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“Mason jar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mason%20jar. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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