BOOMERANG Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word boomerang. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the word boomerang. (close relations)

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Definition of BOOMERANG

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	backfire				verb, nounv, n
	noun • the backward escape of gases and unburned gunpowder after a gun is fired • a loud noise made by the explosion of fuel in the manifold or exhaust of an internal combustion engine • a fire that is set intentionally in order to slow an approaching forest fire or grassfire by clearing a burned area in its path • a miscalculation that recoils on its maker verb • come back to the originator of an action with an undesired effect • emit a loud noise as a result of undergoing a backfire • set a controlled fire to halt an advancing forest to prairie fire
	kylie				nounn
	noun • an Australian boomerang; one side flat and the other convex
	throw stick				verbv
	noun • a curved piece of wood; when properly thrown will return to thrower
	throwing stick				nounn
	noun • a device resembling a sling that is used in various primitive societies to propel a dart or spear • a curved piece of wood; when properly thrown will return to thrower

Best Hypernyms For BOOMERANG

Here is a list of related hypernyms for boomerang, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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