1. a blow or attack made in return or in response to another blow or attack

Examples

• The boxer delivered a swift counterblow after his opponent's jab.
• The company's counterblow to the competitor's price cut was a new product launch.
• In chess, a counterblow in the center can neutralize an opponent's flank attack.
• The general ordered a counterblow against the enemy's surprise assault.
• She responded to the criticism with a counterblow of her own, questioning his motives.
• The team's counterblow in the second half turned the game around.