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Jarring Definition & Meaning

jarring
adjective
  1. making or causing a harsh and irritating sound; "the jarring noise of the iron gate scraping on the sidewalk"

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What does jarring mean?
making or causing a harsh and irritating sound; "the jarring noise of the iron gate scraping on the sidewalk"
What part of speech is jarring?
Jarring is an adjective.

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