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
1.
If a ball or bullet ricochets, it hits a surface and moves away from it at an angle:
Example:
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The ball ricocheted off the goalkeeper and into the net.
Noun
1.
a ball or bullet that hits a surface and moves away from it at an angle, or an occasion when this happens :
Example:
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He was hit by a ricochet from a stray bullet.
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