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Definition of: boomerang
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(b′mə·rang) noun
1. A curved, wooden missile weapon originated in Australia, one form of which will return to the thrower.
2. Any proceeding that recoils upon the originator.
—v.i. To react harmfully on the doer or user. [<native Australian name]
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