Meaning & Definition of Jab in English
English⟶
Jab
/ʤæb/
noun
1. A sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)
- "He warned me with a jab with his finger"
- "He made a thrusting motion with his fist"
synonym:
- jab,
- jabbing,
- poke,
- poking,
- thrust,
- thrusting
2. A quick short straight punch
synonym:
- jab
3. The act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow
- "She gave me a sharp dig in the ribs"
synonym:
- dig,
- jab
verb
1. Poke or thrust abruptly
- "He jabbed his finger into her ribs"
synonym:
- jab,
- prod,
- stab,
- poke,
- dig
2. Strike or punch with quick and short blows
synonym:
- jab
3. Stab or pierce
- "He jabbed the piece of meat with his pocket knife"
synonym:
- stab,
- jab