Jabby
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈd͡ʒæbi/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Jabby is an adjective meaning (informal, idiomatic) Short yet vigorous and forceful.
Meaning
(informal, idiomatic) Short yet vigorous and forceful.
More Meanings
- (informal, figurative) Characterized by jab-like rhythms or actions.
Example Sentences
Short, jabby movements of the knife.
Its tight, jabby songs, influenced equally by minimalist post-punk and sentimental white soul, end just when you think you’ve figured them out.
Word Forms
- jabbier
- jabbiest
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include jabbery, jiggy, zippy, jiggish, rattling, pouncy.
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