Meaning of punch in English

1. Pronunciation

   /pən(t)ʃ/

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1. Verb

   punch

   Etymology

   late Middle English (as a verb in the sense ‘puncture, prod’): variant of pounce

   Definitions

   1. deliver a quick blow to

   Examples

   • « he punched me in the stomach »
2. 2. drive forcibly as if by a punch

   Examples

   • « the nail punched through the wall »
3. 3. make a hole into or between, as for ease of separation

   Examples

   • « perforate the sheets of paper »

4. Noun

   punch

   Etymology

   early 16th century: perhaps an abbreviation of puncheon, or from the verb punch

   Definitions

   1. (boxing) a blow with the fist

   Examples

   • « I gave him a clout on his nose »
5. 2. an iced mixed drink usually containing alcohol and prepared for multiple servings

   Examples

   • « normally served in a punch bowl »
6. 3. a tool for making (usually circular) holes