Definition of counter

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Counter (v. t.) A prison; either of two prisons formerly in London.

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Deadlock :: Deadlock (n.) A counteraction of things, which produces an entire stoppage; a complete obstruction of action..
Foist :: Foist (v. t.) To insert surreptitiously, wrongfully, or without warrant; to interpolate; to pass off (something spurious or counterfeit) as genuine, true, or worthy; -- usually followed by in..
Counterbalancing :: Counterbalancing (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Counterbalanc.
Rencounter :: Rencounter (n.) A causal combat or action; a sudden contest or fight without premeditation, as between individuals or small parties..
Defalcation :: Defalcation (n.) A lopping off; a diminution; abatement; deficit. Specifically: Reduction of a claim by deducting a counterclaim; set- off.
Counterscarf :: Counterscarf (n.) The exterior slope or wall of the ditch; -- sometimes, the whole covered way, beyond the ditch, with its parapet and glacis; as, the enemy have lodged themselves on the counterscarp..
Chip :: Chip (n.) One of the counters used in poker and other games.
Encounter :: Encounter (v. t.) A meeting face to face; a running against; a sudden or incidental meeting; an interview.
Rencounter :: Rencounter (v. t.) To meet unexpectedly; to encounter.
Countervallation :: Countervallation (n.) See Contravallation.
Sham :: Sham (a.) False; counterfeit; pretended; feigned; unreal; as, a sham fight..
Counterpane :: Counterpane (n.) A coverlet for a bed, -- originally stitched or woven in squares or figures..
Disguise :: Disguise (v. t.) To hide by a counterfeit appearance; to cloak by a false show; to mask; as, to disguise anger; to disguise one's sentiments, character, or intentions..
Counterfeiter :: Counterfeiter (n.) One who counterfeits; one who copies or imitates; especially, one who copies or forges bank notes or coin; a forger..
Pair :: Pair (v. i.) To suit; to fit, as a counterpart..
Challenge :: Challenge (n.) To question or demand the countersign from (one who attempts to pass the lines); as, the sentinel challenged us, with Who comes there?.
Twinlike :: Twinlike (a.) Closely resembling; being a counterpart.
Thwart :: Thwart (v. t.) To move across or counter to; to cross; as, an arrow thwarts the air..
Counterterm :: Counterterm (n.) A term or word which is the opposite of, or antithesis to, another; an antonym; -- the opposite of synonym; as, foe is the counterterm of friend..
Counter-compony :: Counter-compony (a.) See Compony.
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