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dab
1. verb /dæb/
a) To press lightly in a repetitive motion with a soft object without rubbing.

I dabbed my face with a towel.

b) to apply a substance in this way.

He dabbed moisturizing liquid on his face.

2. noun /dæb/
a) A soft tap or blow; a blow or peck from a birds beak; an aimed blow; dial. a box, a slap.
b) A small amount, a blob of some soft or wet substance.
See Also: dob
3. adverb /dæb/
With a dab, or sudden contact.

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