jab

verb
UK: /dʒæb/
US: /dʒæb/

  1. To poke someone or something quickly and forcefully with a sharp object or with your finger.

    1. He gave me a playful jab in the ribs.
    2. The doctor will jab you with a needle to give you the vaccine.

  2. To make a quick, short punch with the fist.

    1. The boxer used a jab to keep his opponent at bay.
    2. She landed a quick jab to her opponent's face during the sparring match.

  3. To say something quickly and sharply.

    1. She made a rude jab about his weight.
    2. He tried to jab at her with sarcastic comments during the debate.

Synonyms

poke taunt insult punch sarcasm dig thrust
jab noun

  1. A quick, sharp blow or poke.

    1. He gave me a jab with his elbow.
    2. The boxer's jab was quick and effective, pushing back his opponent.

  2. A remark that is short and unkind.

    1. She made a small jab at his clothes.
    2. He couldn't resist a final jab at his rival before leaving the meeting.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "jab" in English means: To poke someone or something quickly and forcefully with a sharp object or with your finger., To make a quick, short punch with the fist., To say something quickly and sharply..

The phonetic transcription of "jab" is /dʒæb/ in British English and /dʒæb/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "jab": poke, taunt, insult, punch, sarcasm, dig, thrust.

Example usage of "jab": "He gave me a playful jab in the ribs.". More examples on the page.