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"
Synonyms:
dig
verb

poke or thrust abruptly

Example: "he jabbed his finger into her ribs"
Synonyms:
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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