punch
UK: pʌntʃ | US: pʌntʃ
n. a forceful blow with the fist
vt. to strike with the fist
n. a tool for piercing or stamping
n. a mixed drink, typically containing fruit juice and alcohol
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The word "punch" traces back to the late Middle English punchen, meaning "to prod or poke," likely influenced by Old French poinçonner (to pierce). Its sense of "a blow with the fist" emerged in the early 16th century, possibly from the action of a tool striking forcefully. The beverage sense derives from Hindi pā̃č (five), referencing the drink's traditional five ingredients, borrowed during British colonial contact with India.
He gave the bully a hard punch to the jaw.
She punched the dough to release air bubbles.
The worker used a punch to create holes in the metal sheet.
We served tropical punch at the party.
The comedian’s joke didn’t land—it lacked punch.