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PUNT

(noun, verb)

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There are 6 meanings of the word Punt.

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Punt - as a noun

An open flat-bottomed boat used in shallow waters and propelled by a long pole

Formerly the basic unit of money in ireland; equal to 100 pence

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
irish poundirish puntpound

(football) a kick in which the football is dropped from the hands and kicked before it touches the ground

Example: "The punt traveled 50 yards"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
punting

Punt - as a verb

Kick the ball

Propel with a pole

Example: "Pole barges on the river"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pole

Place a bet on

Example: "Which horse are you backing?"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
backbet ongagegamestake
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
betplaywager
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The football player kicked a punt down the field."
"The punt sailed through the air and landed at the opponent's 20-yard line."
"The punter executed a perfect punt, sending the ball high and far."
"The crowd cheered as the punt pinned the opposing team deep in their territory."
"The punt returner caught the ball and immediately started running upfield."
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Word Game Points

Is PUNT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, punt is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PUNT has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is PUNT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, punt is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PUNT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is PUNT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, punt is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PUNT has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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