Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
throw a punch
idiomatic expression
/θroʊ ə pʌnʧ/
Definition
To strike someone with a fist.
Examples
- After an argument, he felt so angry that he was ready to throw a punch.
- In the movie, the hero had to learn how to throw a punch effectively to defend himself.
- During the fight, both boxers were determined to throw a punch first.
Meaning
The phrase ‘throw a punch’ refers to the act of delivering a blow with your closed fist, usually in a confrontational or aggressive context.
Synonyms
- strike
- hit
- deck
- slug
