- 1a small amount of a liquid, cream, or powder that is put on a surface in a quick gentle movement She put a dab of perfume behind her ears.
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- 2an act of gently touching or pressing something without rubbing He gave the cut a quick dab with a towel.
- 3a small flat fish
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