Counterclaim Definition
kountər-klām
counterclaims
noun
An opposing claim, esp. one by a defendant against a plaintiff's claim in a lawsuit.
Webster's New World
A cause of action or claim for relief asserted in opposition to or as a setoff against the plaintiff’s own cause of action or claim for relief and contained in the defendant’s answer to the plaintiff’s complaint. See also cross-claim.
Webster's New World Law
Synonyms:
- counterreply
- counterdemand
- counteraccusation
verb
To present as, or make, a counterclaim.
Webster's New World
To plead a counterclaim against a plaintiff.
American Heritage
Other Word Forms of Counterclaim
Noun
Singular:
counterclaim
Plural:
counterclaims
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