Definition of counterpunch Counterpunch

/kawˈntɚpʌˌnʧ/ - [kawnterpunch] - coun•ter•punch

We found 5 definitions of counterpunch from 3 different sources.

What does counterpunch mean?

WordNet

Noun Plural: counterpunches
counterpunch - a return punch (especially by a boxer)
		parry, counter
		biff, lick, punch, clout, poke, slug touching with the tongue; "the dog's laps were warm and wet"

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counterpunch (Noun)
A punch delivered in return of a previous punch by somebody else, such as an opponent in a boxing match.
counterpunch (Verb)
To deliver a punch designed to exploit an opponent's momentary defensive weakness caused by a punch thrown by the opponent.
counterpunch (Verb)
To deliver a competitive response to an opponent designed to exploit a weakness created by the opponent's offensive efforts.

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counterpunch, noun, singular of counterpunches.

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