Meaning ofpunch-upin English

Verb

1. to beat someone up; fist-fight
   The boxer decided to punch-up his opponent in the ring.
2. to attack a more powerful group; challenge status
   The activists aimed to punch-up against the corrupt government.
3. to make something bolder; add excitement
   The editor worked to punch-up the boring article with more vivid language.
4. to switch a source into main transmission
   The technician had to punch-up the backup signal to restore the broadcast.