Synonyms for Punt (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (formerly the basic unit of money in Ireland; equal to 100 pence):
pound, Irish pound, Irish punt
WordNet sense 2 (propel with a pole):
pole
WordNet sense 3 (place a bet on):
back, gage, game, stake, bet on
WordNet sense 4 ((football) a kick in which the football is dropped from the hands and kicked before it touches the ground):
punting
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