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 |