The phrase "small dab" means taking a tiny amount or doing something with a small, gentle touch.
Sentences with «small dab»
Here, Marian Dutton has used small dabs of the colours used in the goldfinch and the flower petals to add interest to the background. (arttutor.com)
When she sets a felt - tip pen and ink to paper, in small dabs that progressively fill a sheet with color, she builds on Islamic calligraphy and carved wood screens as well. (haberarts.com)
Give eyes a wake - up call by placing a tiny bit of satin white or ivory eye shadow under your brow bone and another very small dab just above your lash line in the middle of your lid. (health.com)