Boomerang: meaning, definitions and examples

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boomerang

 

[ หˆbuหmษ™rรฆล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

throwing object

A boomerang is a curved throwing tool that, when thrown correctly, can return to the thrower. It is traditionally associated with Australian Aboriginal culture, where it was primarily used for hunting and as a sport. The design allows it to spin and create lift as it travels through the air. Boomerangs are made from various materials, including wood and modern composites, and come in many shapes and sizes.

Synonyms

frisbee, throwing stick

Examples of usage

  • He threw the boomerang and watched it come back.
  • The children enjoyed playing with a plastic boomerang at the park.
  • She crafted a wooden boomerang as part of her art project.

Translations

Translations of the word "boomerang" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bumerangue

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅ‚เคฎเคฐเฅˆเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Bumerang

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bumerang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑัƒะผะตั€ะฐะฝะณ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bumerang

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒผใƒกใƒฉใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท boomerang

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bรบmeran

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bumerang

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ€๋ฉ”๋ž‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูˆู…ุฑู†ุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bumerang

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bumerang

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ›žๆ—‹้•–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bumerang

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bรบmerang

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑัƒะผะตั€ะฐะฝะณ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒฃแƒ›แƒ”แƒ แƒแƒœแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bumerang

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bรบmeran

Etymology

The word 'boomerang' originates from the Dharug language, spoken by the Indigenous people of Australia, which may have used a similar sounding term to refer to the throwing tool. Early European settlers in Australia encountered this unique weapon and borrowed the term, which has since entered the English lexicon. Boomerangs have been used for thousands of years, with archaeological evidence suggesting their use by Aboriginal hunters for both sport and practical purposes. They were initially crafted from naturally shaped branches or hand-carved wood. Over time, boomerangs evolved into recreational items, gaining popularity in various cultures around the world, especially in the 20th century, as sports and leisure activities expanded.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,321, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.