Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
punt
Verb/Noun
/pʌnt/
Definition
To kick a ball, especially in sports like football or rugby, by dropping it from your hands and striking it with your foot.
Examples
- He decided to punt the football downfield during the game.
- In the meeting, she chose to punt on the difficult question until she could gather more information.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘punt’ can also refer to making a gamble or decision without certainty, often in a business or strategic context.
Synonyms
- kick
- dropkick
- gamble
- waive
