jab

Definition

A quick stab or blow; a poking or thrusting motion.

Etymology

Originally a Scottish (unclear if Scots or Scottish English) form of English job (“peck, poke, thrust”), from Middle English jobben.

Example Sentences

• "He tore in for the ball, make a running jab for it and held it."
• "American Ward was too quick and too slick for his British rival, landing at will with razor sharp jabs and hooks and even bullying Froch at times."
• "Our dog was exposed to rabies, so the whole family went to a clinic to get our jabs."