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Definition of Counterpunch
1. Noun. A return punch (especially by a boxer).
Generic synonyms: Biff, Clout, Lick, Poke, Punch, Slug
Derivative terms: Parry
Definition of Counterpunch
1. Noun. A punch delivered in return of a previous punch by somebody else, such as an opponent in a boxing match. ¹
2. Verb. (boxing) To deliver a punch designed to exploit an opponent's momentary defensive weakness caused by a punch thrown by the opponent. ¹
3. Verb. To deliver a competitive response to an opponent designed to exploit a weakness created by the opponent's offensive efforts. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Counterpunch
1. [v -ED, -ING, -ES]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Counterpunch
Literary usage of Counterpunch
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Globalistan: How the Globalized World Is Dissolving Into Liquid War by Pepe Escobar (2007)
"With the added bonus that the whole pipeline — and the control of oil flow —
remain with Russia. X The Iranian counterpunch 0* The black ..."
2. Dutch Type by Jan Middendorp (2004)
"... book counterpunch was delivered by the printer just in time for the ...
and editor Robin Kinross wrote an account of how counterpunch was made.7 He ..."
3. Pollution Prevention at Industrial Laundries: Assessment Observations and by DIANE Publishing Company (1995)
"FB counterpunch is a liquid, industrial, dry cleaning detergent which is incompatible
with oxidizing agents and chlorinated cleaners. ..."
4. Getting Fit Your Way: A Self-paced Fitness Guide (1993)
"But if you have a cigarette, counterpunch the feeling of giving up. You have not
failed. You just tripped. Regain your balance. Think about what triggered ..."
5. Neuman and Baretti's Dictionary of the Spanish and English Languages by Henry Neuman, Giuseppe Baretti (1851)
"counterpunch, an instrument which serves to open others. 3. The gunsmith's
counter-mark on guns, to prevent their being exchanged for others, ..."
6. HVAC and Chemical Resistance Handbook for the Engineer and Architect: A ...by Tom Arimes by Tom Arimes (1994)
"... counterpunch CEM Cement CER Ceramic C to F Center to Face CF Contact Factor
CF Conversion Factor CF Cost and Freight CF Cubic Feet CF Hundred Feet CFC ..."
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