SHAB

Shab, n. Etym: [OE. shabbe, AS. sc. See Scab.]

Definition: The itch in animals; also, a scab. [Obs. or Prov. Eng.]

Shab, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Shabbed; p. pr. & vb. n. Shabbing.] Etym: [See Scab, 3.]

Definition: To play mean tricks; to act shabbily. [Obs. or Prov.Eng.]

Shab, v. t.

Definition: To scratch; to rub. [Obs.] Farquhar.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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22 June 2025

STRAP

(noun) an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position


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