Definition of Boomerang
Boomerang
boom·er·ang
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A curved piece of wood, plastic, or other material thrown so as to return to the thrower.
e.g. The child threw a boomerang on the beach and waited for it to come back.
(noun)
a statement or action that in some way backfires on the originator;
e.g. She was the source of the boomerang, and its consequences eventually harmed her.
(verb)
to backfire on the originator, used to describe the behavior of an action or plan;
e.g. There is a high likelihood that this plan will boomerang and cause the company to suffer losses.
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