punt
US /pʌnt/
UK /pʌnt/
1.
a long, narrow, flat-bottomed boat, propelled by a long pole pushed against the river bed
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We hired a punt to explore the river.
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The students enjoyed a leisurely afternoon on the punt.
1.
propel (a punt) with a pole
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He expertly punted the boat along the river.
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It takes practice to learn how to punt properly.
2.
kick the ball after dropping it from the hands and before it hits the ground (in rugby or American football)
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The quarterback decided to punt on fourth down.
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He punted the ball deep into opposition territory.