Why is it called the punch line?

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2007-12-16 00:57:43 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys

The word punchline comes from the "Punch" character in Punch and Judy shows.

2007-12-16 01:05:50 · answer #1 · answered by Mickey Mouse Spears 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Because the end line should hit you in the face (figuratively speaking) as its a surprise/shock/unexpected ending

2007-12-16 09:03:35 · answer #2 · answered by MaryBlue 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋

It's the line or sentence that is supposed to knock people out from laughter.

2007-12-16 09:00:54 · answer #3 · answered by DSC 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

it should make the other feel slapped in the face

2007-12-16 09:01:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋