Definition of counterfeit
(Entry 1 of 3)
counterfeit
verb
counterfeited; counterfeiting; counterfeits
Definition of counterfeit (Entry 2 of 3)
: to imitate or feign especially with intent to deceive
also
: to make a fraudulent replica of
counterfeiting $20 bills
1
: to try to deceive by pretense or dissembling
2
: to engage in counterfeiting something of value
counterfeit
nounDefinition of counterfeit (Entry 3 of 3)
1
: something counterfeit : forgery
The $20 bill turned out to be a counterfeit.
2
: something likely to be mistaken for something of higher value
Pity was a counterfeit of love …— Harry Hervey
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The first known use of counterfeit was in the 14th century
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