Also means
pantry jar
Usage Note
Vorratsglas denotes a sealed glass jar used for storing dry goods, jams, or preserves. The word combines Vorrat (provisions/stock) and Glas (glass). Airtight versions are luftdicht verschlossene Vorratsgläser.
Examples
"Sie füllt Linsen und Bohnen in Vorratsgläser, damit sie die Vorräte besser überblickt."
Natural Translation
She fills lentils and beans into storage jars so she can keep a better overview of her provisions.
Literal Translation
She fills lentils and beans into provision-jars, so that she the provisions better overlooks.
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