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boomerang

/ˈbuːməˌræŋ/

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noun

plural -angs

[count] :a curved, flat, wooden tool that can be thrown in such a way that it returns to the thrower

Boomerangs were invented in Australia thousands of years ago and were originally used for hunting.

verb

-angs; -anged; -anging

[no obj] :to have an effect that is the opposite of the desired or expected effect :backfire

We thought that bringing the issue up would lessen tension, but that plan boomeranged. [=tension has increased]

His attempt to discredit his opponent boomeranged [=it affected him instead of his opponent] when people began questioning his motives.