Definition of Counterattack
Counterattack
coun·ter·at·tack


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A sudden attack made in response to an enemy's attack.

e.g. The general ordered a counterattack to regain control of the lost territory.

(verb)
to attack someone/something as a defense against or response to a previous attack;

e.g. The army planned to counterattack the enemy after the camp was invaded.



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