A smart, well-made, little man.

–From the 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue.

A follow-up to dapper fellow –> deft fellow = A neat little man.

One who follows women in general, without any particular attachment.

–From the 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue.

They are at daggers drawing; i.e. at enmity, ready to fight.

–From the 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue.

“Mrs. White and Mrs. Green are at daggers drawn. Poised for a right good brawl, they are.”

An adept; a dab at any feat or exercise.

–From the 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue.

Additionally…

You may come across this word in the phrase, “He was a dab hand at ____.” Insert pistols, cards, etc.