1. a hard hit made with a closed fist
2. a sweet drink made by mixing fruit juices, often served at parties
3. a tool used to make holes in paper, leather, or other materials

1. to hit someone or something hard with a closed fist
2. to make a hole in something using a punch or similar tool
3. to press a button or key on a machine

Examples

• He threw a punch at his opponent during the boxing match.
• The wedding reception served fruit punch to all the guests.
• She used a hole punch to organize her papers in a binder.
• The comedian’s jokes lacked punch and didn’t make anyone laugh.
• Don’t punch the wall when you’re angry.
• Please punch your time card when you arrive at work.
• He punched the elevator button for the fifth floor.