Hledat
to punt
01
to propel or navigate a flat-bottomed boat, known as a punt
Intransitive: to punt | to punt somewhere
Example
On a lazy Sunday afternoon, the friends decided to punt along the tranquil river.
Tourists often punt through the picturesque canals of the city.
In Cambridge, it's a popular pastime for visitors to punt on the River Cam.
02
to kick the ball a long distance in soccer in an attempt to change field position
Transitive: to punt the ball
Intransitive
Example
Facing a challenging defensive situation, the team decided to punt the ball rather than risk turning it over.
The quarterback decided to punt the ball deep into the opponent's territory to reset the field position.
With little time on the clock, the team strategically punted the ball out of bounds.
Punt
01
a method of kicking the ball where it is dropped from the hands and kicked before it hits the ground
What is a "punt"?
A punt is a type of kick used in sports like football and rugby. It involves dropping the ball from the hands and kicking it before it hits the ground. The player usually punts the ball while it is in the air, sending it a long distance. The purpose of a punt is often to move the ball down the field quickly or to give the opposing team a more difficult position to play from.
Example
He launched a high punt that traveled over 50 yards downfield.
The rugby player opted for a tactical punt to relieve pressure on their defensive line.
The quarterback practiced his punt technique to improve field position for the team.
02
an open flat-bottomed boat used in shallow waters and propelled by a long pole
03
punt, irský punt
formerly the basic unit of money in Ireland; equal to 100 pence
