rab

[ rab ]

noun

1. a wooden beater for mixing plaster or mortar.

Word History and Origins

Origin of rab¹

First recorded in 1815–25, rab is from the French word rabot

Example Sentences

Honestly, I say, “Ya Rab,” I hope they’re right and we will see the turnaround that people are very hopeful for.

From Slate

In addition to hosting musical acts such as Griz, Diplo, Frances Mercier, Maddy O’Neal, Monolink and Random Rab, each level of the tower featured bedecked nooks and crannies in which to dance, lounge, snuggle, dangle and sip.

From Los Angeles Times

Every morning, Mohammed Zo'rab, 11, goes out into the southern Gaza city of Rafah on a mission.

From BBC

The Zo'rab family's shelter leaks and the floor fills with rain.

From BBC

The Skid Row unit —which is led by Dr. Shayan Rab and injcludes psychiatric nurses, social workers and addiction counselors, and sometimes conducts sidewalk court hearings for those who resist treatment — was featured in a September 2022 article by my colleague Doug Smith.

From Los Angeles Times