punch drunk
The term "punch drunk" originates from boxing, describing the effects of repeated head trauma, but it has also come to describe a state of extreme fatigue or confusion in everyday language.
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Definition
C1Boxing
(technical, medical)A condition in which a person, typically a boxer, suffers from cognitive and physical impairments due to repeated head injuries.
Example
- After years in the ring, the boxer became punch drunk, showing signs of memory loss and unsteady movements.
B2General
(informal)Extremely tired, confused, or disoriented, often due to exhaustion or overstimulation.
Example
- After working a 12-hour shift, she felt completely punch drunk and could barely think straight.
- He was punch drunk with excitement after winning the competition.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "punch drunk":
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