punched out

The phrase "punched out" is versatile and used in various contexts, including work, aviation, sports, and manufacturing.

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Definition

B2Work

(informal)Recorded the end of a work shift using a timekeeping device.

Example

  • He punched out at 5 PM and headed home.

C1Aviation

(technical)Ejected from an aircraft using an ejection seat.

Example

  • The pilot punched out just before the plane crashed.

B2Colloquial

(slang)Physically assaulted someone, potentially knocking them unconscious.

Example

  • He got punched out in the bar fight.

C1Manufacturing

(technical)Created a hole or indentation using a punching tool or machine.

Example

  • The machine punched out holes in the metal sheet.

B2Sports

(informal, baseball)Struck out a batter by throwing a called third strike.

Example

  • The pitcher punched out the batter with a fastball.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "punched out":

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