ricochet
verb
UK/ˈrɪk.ə.ʃeɪ/
US/ˈrɪk.ə.ʃeɪ/
Definitions of ricochet verb
- Intransitive
To rebound off a surface after striking it; to bounce or deflect.
The bullet ricocheted off the stone wall, nearly hitting him.
The ball ricocheted off the goalpost back into the field.
Her words ricocheted back and hurt her, like a boomerang.