Definition of punt

• v. i. - To play at basset, baccara, faro. or omber; to gamble.
• n. - Act of playing at basset, baccara, faro, etc.
• n. - A flat-bottomed boat with square ends. It is adapted for use in shallow waters.
• v. t. - To propel, as a boat in shallow water, by pushing with a pole against the bottom; to push or propel (anything) with exertion.
• v. t. - To kick (the ball) before it touches the ground, when let fall from the hands.
• n. - The act of punting the ball.