jab
/dʒˈæb/
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Definitions
Noun
a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow); "he warned me with a jab with his finger"; "he made a thrusting motion with his fist"
Noun
a quick short straight punch
Noun
the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow; "she gave me a sharp dig in the ribs"
Verb
poke or thrust abruptly; "he jabbed his finger into her ribs"
Verb
strike or punch with quick and short blows
Verb
stab or pierce; "he jabbed the piece of meat with his pocket knife"