dabs Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. to lightly touch or pat something with a small amount of substance. Example Sentence She applies dabs of paint on the canvas to create her masterpiece. Synonyms smear; daub; blot Antonyms wipe; clean Hear It! Say It! Write It! dabs Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: