Meaning of the word ricochet in English
What does ricochet mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
ricochet
US /ˈrɪk.ə.ʃeɪ/
UK /ˈrɪk.ə.ʃeɪ/
Verb
to rebound one or more times off a surface
Example:
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The bullet ricocheted off the wall and hit the car.
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His words ricocheted in her mind, echoing with doubt.
Noun
a bullet or other projectile that ricochets
Example:
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The hunter heard the sharp sound of a ricochet as his shot missed the target.
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The incident was caused by a dangerous ricochet.
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