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blow vs punch

punch vs blow

blow and punch both are nouns.

blow and punch both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
blow Yes No Yes No
punch Yes No Yes No
As nouns, punch is a hyponym of blow; that is, punch is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than blow:
  • blow: a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon
  • punch: (boxing) a blow with the fist
blow (noun) punch (noun)
a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon (boxing) a blow with the fist
forceful exhalation through the nose or mouth a tool for making holes or indentations
street names for cocaine an iced mixed drink usually containing alcohol and prepared for multiple servings; normally served in a punch bowl
an impact (as from a collision)
an unpleasant or disappointing surprise
an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
a strong current of air
blow (verb) punch (verb)
exhale hard deliver a quick blow to
free of obstruction by blowing air through make a hole into or between, as for ease of separation
melt, break, or become otherwise unusable drive forcibly as if by a punch
burst suddenly
shape by blowing
show off
cause to be revealed and jeopardized
allow to regain its breath
deposit eggs (of insects)
be in motion due to some air or water current
cause to move by means of an air current
leave; informal or rude
cause air to go in, on, or through
spout moist air from the blowhole
play or sound a wind instrument
make a sound as if blown
sound by having air expelled through a tube
provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation
spend lavishly or wastefully on
spend thoughtlessly; throw away
make a mess of, destroy or ruin
be inadequate or objectionable
be blowing or storming
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