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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

countermove

/kʌntərˈmuːv/ noun · British & US
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What does countermove mean?

noun

A move made in response to an opponent's move, especially in a game or competition. A strategic action taken to counter or neutralize an opponent's move.

Example

"The chess player made a clever countermove to block her opponent's checkmate."

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