Jab

Pronunciation

• IPA: /dʒæb/
• Rhymes: -æb

Full definition of jab

Noun

1. A quick stab or blow
2. (boxing) A short straight punch.
• 2011, December 18, Ben Dirs, Carl Froch outclassed by dazzling Andre WardAmerican 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.
3. (British) A medical injection.Our dog was exposed to rabies, so the whole family went to a clinic to get our jabs.
4. (US, figurative) A verbal annoyance.

Derived terms

• jabby

Verb

1. To poke or thrust abruptly, or to make such a motion.
2. To deliver a quick punch.
3. (slang, UK) To give someone an injection