What does "punchbag" mean?

Synonym of punching bag.; A tough bag, usually cylindrical, filled with air, sand, or other material, and suspended so that swings freely, which is punched or kicked when practising sports such as boxing or martial arts.

What is a synonym for "punchbag"?

Common synonyms include: punching bag.

How do you pronounce "punchbag"?

Pronounced //ˈpʌnt͡ʃbæɡ//.

Punchbag

//ˈpʌnt͡ʃbæɡ// noun

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Noun

1
Synonym of punching bag.; A tough bag, usually cylindrical, filled with air, sand, or other material, and suspended so that swings freely, which is punched or kicked when practising sports such as boxing or martial arts. British
2
Synonym of punching bag.; A person serving as an object of abuse. British, figuratively

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punching bag

Etymology

From punch + bag.

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