Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
punch-out
Noun
/pʌnʧ aʊt/

Definition
A punch-out refers to a term or phrase where something is removed or separated, often used in manufacturing or software development.

Examples
- The punch-out in the wire allowed us to complete the circuit.
- After his punch-out from the company, he decided to pursue freelance work.

Meaning
In a broader context, it can also refer to a moment of leaving a task or job, or a specific scenario in programming where a function or process exits.

Synonyms
- exit
- removal
- cut-out