1. kicked a ball by dropping it and striking it before it touches the ground
Usage: sports
2. propelled a boat with a long pole
Usage: nautical
3. decided not to deal with something; postponed or avoided making a decision
Usage: informal

Examples

• The quarterback punted on fourth down.
• She punted the ball 40 yards downfield.
• They punted the small boat across the calm river.
• We punted along the canal on a sunny afternoon.
• The committee punted on the controversial issue.
• He punted when asked about his future plans.
• The CEO punted the difficult decision to next quarter.