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The term 'punch drunk' means that a person has a cerebral concussion caused by repeated blows to the head in boxing. The person exhibits hand tremors, slow movement of the muscles, hesitated speech and dulled mentality.

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Q: In boxing what does the term 'punch drunk' mean?
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