Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ricochetear

verb
/rɪkəˈʧɪˌtɛr/
Definition
To bounce off a surface.
Examples
  • The bullet ricocheted off the wall and struck the ground.
  • After hitting the surface of the water, the stone ricocheteared across its surface.
  • The basketball ricocheteered off the backboard and went into the net.
Meaning
Ricochetear refers to the action of an object striking a surface and then deflecting off it at an angle.
Synonyms
  • Bounce
  • Rebound
  • Deflect
  • Recoil