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Punch out Meaning in English

expression

ˈpəntʃ/ /ˈaʊt
PUNCH-owt
pˈʌntʃ/ /ˈaʊt
PUNCH-owt

Definição

To officially record that you are leaving work using a time clock. It can also mean to hit something so it moves out or to strike forcefully.

Uso & Nuances

Mainly used in workplace settings for clocking out at the end of work. Can also be physical: 'punch out' a shape from paper or literally hit something so it moves. Informal/colloquial. Not the same as 'punch in' (when you start work).

Frases de Exemplo

I always punch out at 5 PM.

basic

Please punch out before you leave.

basic

You must punch out on the machine when your shift ends.

basic

After a long day, I can't wait to punch out and go home.

natural

The boxer managed to punch out his opponent in the final round.

natural

He used a tool to punch out perfect circles from the metal sheet.

natural