Punt (verb)

1. To propel a boat using a pole or oar.
2. To kick the ball downfield in American football to gain field position.

Origin:

The word punt comes from the latin word "pontus" meaning "bridge" or "boat" and has been used to describe the act of propelling a boat using a pole or oar since the 16th century. in american football, the term "punt" is used to describe a kicking play in which the ball is kicked downfield to the opposing team in order to gain field position.

Examples:

1. He punted the boat along the river using a long pole.
2. The team's strategy was to punt the ball on third down in order to pin the opposing team deep in their own territory.
3. The punter's kick was not strong enough to reach the end zone.
4. The punt returner mishandled the ball and it was recovered by the opposing team.
5. In ancient times people used to punt on rivers and canals for transportation.