noun

1. A soft tap or blow; a blow or peck from a bird's beak; an aimed blow.

2. A soft, playful box given in greeting or approval.

3. A small amount, a blob of some soft or wet substance.

   “a dab of glue”

Synonyms: blob

verb

1. To press lightly in a repetitive motion with a soft object without rubbing.

   “I dabbed my face with a towel.”

2. To apply a substance in this way.

   “He dabbed moisturizing liquid on his face.”

3. To strike by a thrust; to hit with a sudden blow or thrust.

adverb

1. With a dab, or sudden contact.