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1. (n.) punching bag
an inflated or stuffed bag, usu. suspended, punched with the fists as an exercise.

Etymology: (1895–1900)

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1. (noun) punching bag
a person on whom another person vents their anger
"he resigned because his boss used him as a punching bag"

2. (noun) punching bag, punch bag, punching ball, punchball
an inflated ball or bag that is suspended and punched for training in boxing

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