Meaning of 'Punching bag'
What does the saying 'Punching bag' mean?
Idiom: Punching bag
Meaning:
A punching bag (or punch bag) is a person who gets a lot of unfair criticism.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Sport |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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