Punch: meaning, definitions and examples

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punch

 

[ pʌntʃ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

boxing

A quick blow with the fist.

Synonyms

blow, hit, strike

Examples of usage

  • He delivered a powerful punch to his opponent's jaw.
  • The boxer's left hook punch knocked out his opponent.
Context #2 | Noun

drink

A drink typically consisting of fruit juices and soda or sherbet.

Synonyms

beverage, cocktail, drink

Examples of usage

  • She ordered a refreshing fruit punch at the party.
  • The punch bowl was filled with a delicious tropical punch.
Context #3 | Verb

action

To strike with the fist.

Synonyms

hit, smack, strike

Examples of usage

  • He punched the wall in frustration.
  • The boxer punched his opponent in the stomach.

Translations

Translations of the word "punch" in other languages:

🇵🇹 soco

🇮🇳 मुक्का

🇩🇪 Schlag

🇮🇩 pukulan

🇺🇦 удар

🇵🇱 cios

🇯🇵 パンチ

🇫🇷 coup de poing

🇪🇸 golpe

🇹🇷 yumruk

🇰🇷 펀치

🇸🇦 لكمة

🇨🇿 úder

🇸🇰 úder

🇨🇳 拳打

🇸🇮 udarec

🇮🇸 högg

🇰🇿 соққы

🇬🇪 დარტყმა

🇦🇿 yumruq

🇲🇽 golpe

Etymology

The word 'punch' originated from the Hindi word 'panch' meaning 'five', as punches were originally made with five ingredients: spirit, lemon, sugar, water, and tea or spices. It first appeared in English in the 17th century.

See also: puncher, punches.

Word Frequency Rank

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