Stabs
1. Parts of Speech:
Stabs is a verb.
2. Definitions:
- To thrust a pointed object into (someone or something) quickly and forcefully.
- To injure someone by stabbing them.
- To make a wound in (someone) with a pointed weapon.
3. Pronunciations:
4. Origin and Usage:
The word "stabs" originated from the Old English word "stæbbian" which means "to pierce with a pointed weapon". It is often used in the context of violent crimes, such as murder or assault.
5. Synonyms:
- Thrusts
- Pierces
- Impales
- Sticks
- Gores
6. Related Words:
- Stare
- Stack
- Stage
- Stead
- Stake
7. Example Sentences:
- He stabs the knife into the table.
- She was stabbed in the back during the robbery.
- The attacker tried to stab him with a broken bottle.