counterpunch

(-punc̸h′)

noun

Boxing a punch delivered while receiving or parrying an opponent's blow

intransitive verb

to strike with a counterpunch

See counterpunch in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A countering attack or blow, especially one delivered by a boxer.

intransitive verb coun·ter·punched, coun·ter·punch·ing, coun·ter·punch·es

To deliver a counterpunch.

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