Meaning of 'stab'

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Meaning of ‘stab’

6 definitions found.

stab

noun

informal words for any attempt or effort

Synonyms: shot

noun

a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument

Example: "one strong stab to the heart killed him"

Synonyms: thrust

noun

a sudden sharp feeling

Synonyms: twinge pang

verb

poke or thrust abruptly

Synonyms: dig

verb

stab or pierce

Synonyms: jab

verb

use a knife on

Synonyms: knife

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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