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punt1 noun a long, flat-bottomed open boat with square ends, propelled by a pole pushed against the bed of the river, etc. verb (punted, punting) 1 intrans to travel by or operate a punt. 2 to propel (a punt, etc) with a pole. 3 to convey (passengers) in a punt.
ETYMOLOGY: Anglo-Saxon: influenced by Latin ponto a punt or pontoon.

punt2 noun, rugby a kick given with the toe of the boot to a ball dropped directly from the hands. verb (punted, punting) tr & intr to kick in this way.
ETYMOLOGY: 19c.

punt3 verb (punted, punting) intrans 1 colloq to bet on horses. 2 cards to bet against the bank. noun a gamble or bet.
ETYMOLOGY: 18c: from French ponter to bet.

punt4 noun the standard unit of currency of the Republic of Ireland.
ETYMOLOGY: 1970s: Irish Gaelic, meaning 'pound'.