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JAB

Definition:

[noun] a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow); "he warned me with a jab with his finger"; "he made a thrusting motion with his fist"
Synonyms: bing, poke, poking, thrust, thrusting
[noun] a quick short straight punch
[noun] the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow; "she gave me a sharp dig in the ribs"
Synonyms: dig
[verb] poke or thrust abruptly; "he jabbed his finger into her ribs"
Synonyms: prod, stab, poke, dig
[verb] strike or punch quick and short blows
[verb] stab or pierce; "he jabbed the piece of meat with his pocket knife"
Synonyms: stab