definition of
stab

[1] #1 stab v. [knife] use a knife on; "The victim was knifed to death". wn

[2] #2 stab n. [pang, twinge] a sudden sharp feeling; "pangs of regret"; "she felt a stab of excitement"; "twinges of conscience". wn

[3] #3 stab n. [thrust, knife thrust] a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument; "one strong stab to the heart killed him". wn

[4] #4 stab v. [jab] stab or pierce; "he jabbed the piece of meat with his pocket knife". wn

[5] #5 stab n. [shot] informal words for any attempt or effort; "he gave it his best shot"; "he took a stab at forecasting". wn