ко́лкость — meaning in English

English meaning

• jab noun A quick, sharp poke or short straight punch.
• quip noun A short, clever, often slightly cutting remark made quickly in conversation.
• stab verb To pierce or wound someone or something with a pointed weapon such as a knife.
• taunt verb To mock or provoke someone with insulting remarks, often to get a reaction.

Senses

ко́лкость is used for these senses in English:

• jab (US, figurative) A mild verbal insult.
• put-down An insult or barb; a snide or demeaning remark.
• quip A smart, sarcastic turn or jest; a taunt; a severe retort or comeback; a gibe.
• stab Pain inflicted on a person's feelings.
• taunt A scornful or mocking remark; a jeer or mockery.

jab — full definition

1. noun A quick, sharp poke or short straight punch.
2. noun British informal: an injection, especially a vaccination.
3. noun A cutting remark aimed at someone.
4. verb To poke or punch sharply and quickly.
5. verb To give someone an injection.

quip — full definition

1. noun A short, clever, often slightly cutting remark made quickly in conversation.
2. verb To make such a remark.

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