punching bag

noun

an inflated or stuffed bag, usually suspended, punched with the fists as an exercise.

Informal. a person serving as an object of abuse; scapegoat: I told him that I wasn't going to be a punching bag for anyone.

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Origin:
1895–1900

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Punching bag is always a great word to know.

So is callithumpian. Does it mean:

a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.

a gadget; dingus; thingumbob.

WordNet

punching bag
noun
1.	a person on whom another person vents their anger; "he resigned because his boss used him as a punching bag"
2.	an inflated ball or bag that is suspended and punched for training in boxing

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