Carom
/ˈkærəm/
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Physical motion
Describes an object's movement after impact, useful in physical or action descriptions.
The ball caromed off the bumper, zooming across the pinball machine.
Pro Tip 2/2Unexpected direction
Emphasizes the unpredictable path after bouncing, used in narratives for surprise.
Her marble caromed under the table, taking a wild, unanticipated trail.
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