punching bag

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A tough bag, usually cylindrical, filled with air, sand, or other material, often suspended so that it swings freely, which is punched or kicked when practising sports such as boxing or martial arts.
  2. A person serving as an object of abuse.

Pronunciation

/ˈpʌnt͡ʃɪŋ ˌbæɡ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-punching bag.wav [ˈpən(t)ʃɪŋ-]

Word forms

punching bag punching bags

Synonyms

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