Punching Bag Definition
pŭnchĭng
noun
A stuffed or inflated leather bag hung up so that it can be punched for exercise or practice.
Webster's New World
A target of frequent criticism or abuse.
American Heritage
A person or group repeatedly made the object of blame, derision, anger, etc.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
- punchball
- punching ball
- punch bag
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Other Word Forms of Punching Bag
Noun
Singular:
punching bag
Plural:
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