noun a kick in which the ball is dropped and then kicked before it touches the ground
verb to kick the ball before it touches the ground, typically in football or rugby
In business, to punt can mean to delay making a decision or to pass a responsibility on to someone else.
In gambling, to punt means to give up on a hand or bet, usually due to unfavorable odds or circumstances.
In boating, to punt refers to using a long pole to push a boat along in shallow water.
In British slang, to punt means to bet on something or take a risk.
In American football, a punt is a kick made by dropping the ball and then kicking it before it hits the ground. It is typically used to change possession of the ball or to gain field position.
In writing, 'punt' can refer to a decision to delay or postpone making a decision or providing a definite answer.
In psychology, 'punt' can be used metaphorically to describe avoiding dealing with a difficult or complex issue.
In football, 'punt' refers to a special teams play where the ball is kicked to the opposing team.
In finance, 'punt' can refer to taking a speculative or risky investment approach.
In project management, 'punt' can refer to delegating a decision or task to someone else without providing specific guidance.