The term 'Strike Gently' can be broken down into four separate words: PAT, TAP, PUTT, and DAB. PAT is an abbreviation for patting, which is a light touch with the hand. TAP is an action of lightly hitting something with a quick motion. PUTT is a golfing term that refers to a gentle stroke used to hit the ball. Lastly, DAB is a light touch or TAP. All of these words together describe a gentle action, such as a light touch or TAP.