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    Jab (en. Jab)

    /dʒæb/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A sudden or stabbing hit, usually with a sharp object.
    The doctor's jab with the needle scared me.
    El jab del médico con la aguja me asustó.
    A quick and sudden movement, often in a combat context.
    The boxer threw a precise jab that surprised his opponent.
    El boxeador lanzó un jab preciso que sorprendió a su oponente.
    verb
    To hit quickly and directly.
    The fighter jabbed forcefully at his opponent.
    El luchador jabeó con fuerza a su contrario.

    Etymology

    Of uncertain origin, possibly related to Old English.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    get the jab
    to receive an injection or vaccine.
    get the jab
    jabber
    to speak quickly or incoherently.
    jabber
    jab someone
    to criticize or mock someone indirectly.
    jab someone

    Related Words

    punch
    A blow with the fist.
    punch
    poke
    A touch or push with a finger or another part of the body.
    poke
    stab
    To pierce or stab with a sharp object.
    stab

    Slang Meanings

    Vaccine.
    I’m going to get the jab for the flu.
    Voy a ir a darme el jab contra la gripe.
    Quick hit in boxing.
    The jab was the key to winning the fight.
    El jab fue la clave para ganar la pelea.