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counterpunch

/ˈkaʊn.tə.pʌntʃ/

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noun

/ˈkaʊn.tə.pʌntʃ/C1formalsport
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее ответный удар, особенно нанесённый боксёром в ответ на атаку противника.

A noun referring to a return punch, especially one thrown by a boxer in response to an opponent's attack.

  1. Return punchB2formalsport

    A punch thrown in response to an opponent's punch, especially in boxing.

    ruКонтрудар

    • The boxer landed a powerful counterpunch after dodging the jab.
    • His signatureHe is known for his quick counterpunch that catches opponents off guard.
    • She practiced her counterpunch technique for hours in the gym.

    Synonymscountercounterblowreturnriposte

Forms
  • counterpunches plural form
  • counterpunches' possessive plural form
  • counterpunch's possessive singular form