COUNTERWORK


Meaning of COUNTERWORK in English

I. ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷+ˌ- noun

Etymology: counter- + work (n.)

1. : any work done counter to another work

2. counterworks plural : fortifications constructed to counteract the effect of fortifications of the enemy

II. | ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷+ verb

Etymology: counter- + work (v.)

intransitive verb

: to work in opposition

transitive verb

: to work against : have a contrary effect on : counteract

counterworking his rival's designs

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