Definition of "dab"
- verb
To press lightly in a repetitive motion with a soft object without rubbing.
To apply a substance in this way.
- noun
A soft tap or blow; a blow or peck from a bird's beak; an aimed blow.
A soft, playful box given in greeting or approval.
A small amount, a blob of some soft or wet substance.
Fingerprint.
One skilful or proficient, an expert, an adept.
A small flatfish of the family Pleuronectidae, especially Limanda limanda; a flounder.
A sand dab.
- adverb
With a dab, or sudden contact.
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