noun
- plural of dab; small amounts or light touches
- plural of dab; small flatfish found in European waters
Usage: British
verb
- third person singular present of dab; applies lightly and quickly
Examples
- She put small dabs of paint on the canvas.
- He caught several dabs while fishing off the coast.
- The nurse dabs the wound with antiseptic.
- Add dabs of butter to the hot pan.
- She dabs her eyes with a tissue.
- The artist dabs color onto the palette.
- Fresh dabs are excellent when fried whole.