ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Puncher

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈpʌn.t͡ʃə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Puncher is a noun meaning (often in combination) A person who punches (in a specified manner).

Meaning

(often in combination) A person who punches (in a specified manner).

More Meanings

  1. A person who keys data into a computer system.
  2. A device for punching something, such as tickets.
  3. (US, slang) A cowpuncher; a cowboy.

Example Sentences

This sewing machine works like a ticket puncher or a pair of pliers. Squeezing the two hand grips together operates the needle and the thread and material feeds.

Word Forms

Synonyms for puncher

Depending on context, synonyms include punch, cowpoke, cowboy, cattleman, cowhand, cowpuncher.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include cowboy, cowpuncher, cowhand, cowpoke, cowherd, cowman.

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