Dictionary Check: jab
"jab" is a valid word!
Scrabble
12
points
Words with Friends
15
points
Definition
noun
a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)
Example:
"he warned me with a jab with his finger"
noun
a quick short straight punch
noun
the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow
Example:
"she gave me a sharp dig in the ribs"
verb
poke or thrust abruptly
Example:
"he jabbed his finger into her ribs"
verb
strike or punch with quick and short blows
verb
stab or pierce
Example:
"he jabbed the piece of meat with his pocket knife"
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