Counterpunch Definition
kountər-pŭnch
counterpunches
noun
A punch delivered while receiving or parrying an opponent's blow.
Webster's New World
verb
counterpunches
To strike with a counterpunch.
Webster's New World
(boxing) To deliver a punch designed to exploit an opponent's momentary defensive weakness caused by a punch thrown by the opponent.
Wiktionary
To deliver a competitive response to an opponent designed to exploit a weakness created by the opponent's offensive efforts.
Wiktionary
Origin of Counterpunch
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counter- + punch
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