punch vs. paunch

punch

 

punch

(to hit with your fist)

  • She punched him in the nose.

(to make a hole in something)

  • Punch holes in these sheets of paper with a paper punch.
  • I have to punch another hole in my belt because it’s too big.

US English (to press a button or key)

  • Just punch this button to start the machine.
  • She was punching buttons on her telephone.

 

paunch

(a fat stomach)

  • You’re getting a paunch. Try to walk more and eat less.

 

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