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   punch

   /pʌn(t)ʃ/

   verb

   • 1. strike with the fist: "he was kicked and punched in an unprovoked attack"
   • 2. press (a button or key on a machine): "I punched the button to summon the lift"
   • 3. drive (cattle) by prodding them with a stick. North American

   noun

   • 1. a blow with the fist: "he reeled under the well-aimed punch" Similar blowhitknockthumpthwackboxjabfistcuffclipsmashslamweltstraightuppercuthookbody blowinformal:sockslugbiffbopwallopbashwhackcloutpokelickbeltboffbustwhaledongking-hitstoushdated:buffetarchaic:plug
   • 2. the strength or power needed to do something: "he has the punch to knock out anyone in his division"
   • ▪ the power to impress or attract attention; impact: "a rousing score accompanies the dramatic scenes and lends them even more punch" Similar vigourvigorousnesslivelinessvivacityvitalityforceforcefulnessdrivestrengthzestanimationvervepanacheenthusiasmimpactbitekickeffectivenessinfluenceinformal:oomphpizzazzzingzip

   Word Origin late Middle English (as a verb in the sense ‘poke, prod’): probably from punch2.

   Derivatives

   • 1. puncher noun

   Scrabble Points: 12

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPUNCH | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   PUNCH definition: 1. a forceful hit with a fist (= closed hand): 2. the power to be interesting and have a strong…. Learn more.

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › punchPunch Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of PUNCH is a tool usually in the form of a short rod of steel that is variously shaped at one end for different operations (such as forming, perforating, embossing, or cutting). How to use punch in a sentence.

4. www.dictionary.com › browse › punchPUNCH Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Punch definition: a thrusting blow, especially with the fist.. See examples of PUNCH used in a sentence.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryPUNCH | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   PUNCH meaning: 1. a forceful hit with a fist (= closed hand): 2. the power to be interesting and have a strong…. Learn more.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishPUNCH definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   drink Punch is a drink usually made from wine or spirits mixed with sugar, fruit, and spices. ...a bowl of punch. American English : punch / ˈpʌntʃ / hot drink

7. www.thefreedictionary.com › punchPunch - definition of punch by The Free Dictionary

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   n. 1. A tool for circular or other piercing: a leather punch. 2. A tool for forcing a pin, bolt, or rivet in or out of a hole. 3. A tool for stamping a design on a surface. 4. A tool for making a countersink. v. punched, punch·ing, punch·es. v.tr. 1. To make (a hole or opening), as by using a punch or similar implement. 2.

8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › punchPunch - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   To punch is to hit hard with a closed fist. Boxers practice their sport when they punch a punching bag. Punch is also a party drink. But if you punch someone at the party, you won’t get any.