Counterattack Definition

counterattack
noun
  1. an attack by a defending force against an attacking enemy force in order to regain lost ground or cut off enemy advance units etc.
  2. (chess) an attack that is intended to counter the opponent's advantage in another part of the board
verb
  1. make a counterattack

"Counterattack" in song lyrics

See how counterattack is used in real songs:

  • "Stand by, the cats eye, leaping counterattack"
    Tha Beggas — Ju Va De (Deja Vu)
  • "I counterattack"
    Clika One f/ Kishwah — The Circle
  • "Running home thinking of a counterattack"
    Diamond & the Psychotic Neurotics — I'm Outta Here

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