1. countermove

noun. (ˈkaʊntɝˌmuːv) An attack by a defending force against an attacking enemy force in order to regain lost ground or cut off enemy advance units etc..
Synonyms
onrush onset attack riposte counterattack onslaught
Antonyms
defend praise refrain end finish
Etymology
countermove (English)
counter- (English)
move (English)
moven (Middle English (1100-1500))
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