Synonyms for dab

Noun

1. tap, pat, dab, touch, touching

usage: a light touch or stroke

2. dab, splash, splatter, small indefinite quantity, small indefinite amount

usage: a small quantity of something moist or soft; "a dab of paint"; "a splatter of mud"

Verb

1. dab, swab, swob, put on, apply

usage: apply (usually a liquid) to a surface; "dab the wall with paint"

2. dab, pat, strike

usage: hit lightly; "pat him on the shoulder"