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Jab

Yes, jab is a valid Scrabble word. It has 3 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.

What does jab mean?

noun

  1. a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) he warned me with a jab with his finger
  2. a quick short straight punch
  3. the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow she gave me a sharp dig in the ribs

verb

  1. poke or thrust abruptly he jabbed his finger into her ribs
  2. strike or punch with quick and short blows
  3. stab or pierce he jabbed the piece of meat with his pocket knife

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for jab

Word facts

Letters3
Vowels / consonants1 / 2
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of jab

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters JAB.

Frequently asked questions

Is jab a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Jab is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is jab worth in Scrabble?

Jab is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does jab mean?

Jab means: a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow).