noun
jabbing
JA-bihng
Jabbing (noun) means a quick poking or punching motion; the act of jabbing. Example: “The constant jabbing of his elbow was starting to annoy her.”
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A quick poking or punching motion; the act of jabbing.
"The constant jabbing of his elbow was starting to annoy her."
How to use jabbing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe action of jabbing — a sharp poke or punch, repeated or in progress.
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- Plural
- jabbings
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What does “jabbing” mean?
The word “jabbing” means a quick poking or punching motion; the act of jabbing. In plain terms, the action of jabbing — a sharp poke or punch, repeated or in progress.
How do you pronounce “jabbing”?
“Jabbing” is pronounced JA-bihng (/ˈd͡ʒæbɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “jabbing” in a sentence?
Here is “jabbing” used in a sentence: “The constant jabbing of his elbow was starting to annoy her.”
What part of speech is “jabbing”?
“Jabbing” is a noun.
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