Word Information

Stab

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Definitions for Stab

noun
a sudden sharp feeling
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  1. pangs of regret
  2. she felt a stab of excitement
  3. twinges of conscience
noun
a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument
Synonyms
thrust knife thrust
Examples
  1. one strong stab to the heart killed him
noun
informal words for any attempt or effort
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  1. he gave it his best shot
  2. he took a stab at forecasting
verb
use a knife on
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  1. The victim was knifed to death
verb
stab or pierce
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jab
Examples
  1. he jabbed the piece of meat with his pocket knife
verb
poke or thrust abruptly
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  1. he jabbed his finger into her ribs

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