bell jar

noun

: a bell-shaped usually glass vessel designed to cover objects or to contain gases or a vacuum

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Many of the scents are housed in the brand's iconic bell jars. — Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 27 June 2026 In lieu of a cap, each bottle comes with a white porcelain bell jar that fits snugly atop. — Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2025 Showcase miniature pumpkins in an elegant fashion with a bell jar or cloche. — Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Oct. 2025 The records inside will be in a protective metal bell jar with an air pocket designed to guard against moisture. — Joe Brandt, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bell jar

Word History

First Known Use

1806, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bell jar was in 1806

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bell jar

noun
: a bell-shaped usually glass container, designed to cover objects, hold gases, or keep a vacuum

Medical Definition

bell jar

noun
ˈbel-ˌjär How to pronounce bell jar (audio)
: a bell-shaped usually glass vessel designed to cover objects or to contain gases or a vacuum
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