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.”

noun

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 notes

In plain EnglishThe action of jabbing — a sharp poke or punch, repeated or in progress.

Word forms

jabbings plural

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Synonyms

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thrust poke poking jab thrusting

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Rhymes for jabbing

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Frequently asked questions

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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