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Counterpunch

noun, verb

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A punch delivered in response to a previous punch by somebody else, such as an opponent in a boxing match: a return blow, a retaliatory blow.

    "Near-synonyms: counterattack, counterstrike"

  2. 2
    a return punch (especially by a boxer) wordnet
  3. 3
    A punch used in the cutting of other punches, often used to create the negative space in or around a glyph. historical
Verb
  1. 1
    To deliver a punch designed to exploit an opponent's momentary defensive weakness caused by a punch thrown by the opponent.
  2. 2
    To deliver a competitive response to an opponent designed to exploit a weakness created by the opponent's offensive efforts.

    "She stands just a little over 5-foot-6, but her two-handed ground strokes off both wings, inspired by the four-time Australian Open champion Monica Seles, allow her to create sharp angles and counterpunching power."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From counter- + punch.

Etymology 2

From counter- + punch.

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