counterwork
Definition of counterwork
1 : any work done counter to another work
2 counterworks plural : fortifications constructed to counteract the effect of fortifications of the enemy
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Origin and Etymology of counterwork
counter- + work (noun)
counterwork
Definition of counterwork
intransitive verb
: to work in opposition
transitive verb
: to work against : have a contrary effect on : counteract counterworking his rival's designs
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Origin and Etymology of counterwork
counter- + work (verb)
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