punch (A2)

verb, noun

Pronunciation: /pʌntʃ/

Definition

To hit someone or something with your fist.

Examples

• He didn't mean to punch the wall, but he was so angry.

• She punched the button to call the elevator.

• The fighter was disqualified for repeatedly punching below the belt.

How to Use punch

punch out (phrasal verb)

To leave work, especially by recording the time you leave. — "Don't forget to punch out before you leave for the day."

punch in (phrasal verb)

To start work, especially by recording the time you start. — "You need to punch in at the start of your shift."

punch through (phrasal verb)

To force your way through something solid or difficult. — "The determined team punched through the defense to score."

punch up (phrasal verb)

To revise or improve text, a story, or a song. — "Let's punch up this paragraph to make it more exciting."

Synonyms of punch

Words with a similar meaning to punch:

• hit
• strike
• smash
• thump

Antonyms of punch

Words with the opposite meaning to punch:

• caress
• tickle

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