klepat — meaning in English

English meaning

• dab verb To touch something lightly and repeatedly with a soft object, without rubbing.
• knock verb To strike something, especially a door, sharply with the knuckles or an object.

Senses

klepat is used for these senses in English:

• dab (transitive) To press lightly in a repetitive motion with a soft object without rubbing.
• knock (intransitive) To rap one's knuckles against something, especially wood.

dab — full definition

1. verb To touch something lightly and repeatedly with a soft object, without rubbing.
2. verb To perform the "dab," a dance move where you drop your head and raise an arm, resting your face in the crook of your elbow.
3. noun A small amount of something soft or wet.

knock — full definition

1. verb To strike something, especially a door, sharply with the knuckles or an object.
2. verb To criticize someone or something.
3. noun A sharp rapping sound, or a blow or setback.

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