boomerang | ||
1. | [ verb ] return to the initial position from where it came; like a boomerang | |
Related terms: | return | |
2. | [ noun ] (Australian) a curved piece of wood; when properly thrown will return to thrower | |
Synonyms: | throw_stick throwing_stick | |
Related terms: | projectile kylie Australia | |
3. | [ noun ] a miscalculation that recoils on its maker | |
Synonyms: | backfire | |
Related terms: | miscalculation | |