jabbing
Definition
Noun 1. A quick, sharp, poking movement or gesture: The act of pushing or poking something, typically with a finger, fist, or a pointed object, in a short, forceful motion. 2. A short, straight punch in boxing: A quick, straight punch thrown with the lead hand, designed to score points or set up other punches.
Usage
- The noun "jabbing" refers to the action or instance of making a jab. It describes the motion itself, not the tool used (like a needle). It is often used with verbs like , , , or .
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Examples
- Noun:
- He emphasized his point with a sharp jabbing of his index finger on the table.
- The nurse's quick jabbing with the needle was over before I felt it.
- His fighting style relies on a fast, persistent jabbing to control the fight.
Advanced Usage
- "a jab of pain": A sudden, sharp, localized feeling of pain.
- She felt a quick jab of pain in her side.
- "a jab of guilt/regret" (figurative): A sudden, brief, and sharp feeling of an emotion.
- He felt a jab of regret for his harsh words.
Variants and Related Words
- Jab (verb): To poke or thrust sharply; to punch with a short, straight blow.
- He jabbed the air with his finger.
- The fighter jabbed at his opponent's face.
- Jab (noun): A single instance of the action. (Note: "A jab" is more common than "a jabbing" for a single instance).
- She gave him a jab in the ribs with her elbow.
Synonyms
- Poke: A quick push with a finger or a pointed object.
- Thrust: A sudden or violent push.
- Prod: A poke to encourage movement or action.
- Stab (more violent): A thrust with a sharp weapon.
Related Phrases
- Jab and move: A boxing strategy of throwing a quick punch and then changing position.
- The champion's jab and move tactic was very effective.
- Jab line (in fencing): The basic, straight attacking move with the weapon.
- He practiced his jab line for hours.
Noun
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a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)
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he warned me with a jab with his finger
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he made a thrusting motion with his fist
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