Orza is a noun.
/ˈoɾ.θa/ (in Spain) or /ˈoɾ.sa/ (in Latin America)
Orza generally refers to a large jar or pot, often ceramic, used for storing liquids such as oil or for preserving food. In nautical contexts, it can refer to a type of vessel or boat depending on the region and can also be used informally to describe watercraft. The term is relatively common in both written and oral Spanish, particularly in Puerto Rico and other Spanish-speaking Caribbean areas.
"Orza" is more frequently encountered in written forms, especially in culinary and nautical literature, given its specific meanings.
La orza de barro estaba llena de aceite de oliva.
The clay jar was full of olive oil.
En la orza de vidrio guardamos las conservas caseras.
We keep the homemade preserves in the glass jar.
El pescador reparó la orza que se había dañado en la tormenta.
The fisherman repaired the vessel that was damaged in the storm.
While "orza" itself may not have numerous idiomatic expressions dedicated solely to it, it can be included in a few phrases, especially in nautical terms concerning vessels. Here are some examples:
El barco estaba a la orza cuando empezó la tormenta.
The boat was furled when the storm started.
Llevar a la orza
To bring to the anchorage (nautical term).
El capitán decidió llevar a la orza a resguardarse del viento.
The captain decided to bring to the anchorage to shelter from the wind.
Cargar la orza
To load the jar/vessel (often used in reference to fishing).
The word orza stems from Latin "urca," which means a large jar or vessel. It has evolved through the vernacular to denote the ceramic or glass containers commonly used in cooking and storage.
In summary, "orza" refers to a large storage jar or pot, frequently utilized in both culinary and maritime contexts, particularly in Puerto Rico and other parts of the Spanish-speaking world. The term's flexibility allows for various interpretations depending on the specific context of usage.