countermanded; countermanding; countermands
Definition of countermand
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: to revoke (a command) by a contrary order
2
: to recall or order back by a superseding contrary order
countermand reinforcements
countermand
nounDefinition of countermand (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: a contrary order
2
: the revocation of an order or command
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