Definition

A sharp stick made from bamboo that is placed in the ground to injure or kill enemies, often used in traps.

Example

The soldiers carefully avoided the area where the punji sticks were hidden.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a punji?

Yeah, it's that bamboo stick used in traps, right?

Exactly! They were really effective in old battlefields.

It's fascinating how simple things can be so deadly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Punji originates from the Hindi word 'पुंजी' (punji), meaning a sharpened stake or a pointed stick used as a trap. It refers specifically to a type of trap made from sharpened bamboo stakes, often used in warfare or hunting.

Memory Tip

Imagine a sharp stake or pointed stick used to trap something — that's what a punji is.

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