jab meaning and definition

JAB noun

Definition of jab (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"
   • synonyms: jabbing, poke, poking, thrust, thrusting
2. a quick short straight punch
3. the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow
   • "she gave me a sharp dig in the ribs"
   • synonyms: dig

JAB verb

Definition of jab (verb)

1. poke or thrust abruptly
   • "he jabbed his finger into her ribs"
   • synonyms: dig, poke, prod, stab
2. strike or punch with quick and short blows
3. stab or pierce
   • "he jabbed the piece of meat with his pocket knife"
   • synonyms: stab