coun·ter·ter·ror·ism
| \ ˌkau̇n-tər-ˈter-ər-ˌi-zəm
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or counter-terrorism
Definition of counterterrorism
: measures designed to combat or prevent terrorism
an expert in counterterrorism
—often used before another noun a local counterterrorism councilnew counter-terrorism policies/measures
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“Counterterrorism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/counterterrorism. Accessed 5 Mar. 2021.
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counterterrorism
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English Language Learners Definition of counterterrorism
: actions by a group, army, etc., that are done to prevent terrorist attacks and destroy terrorist networks
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The first known use of counterterrorism was in 1864
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