Word: counterpunch
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: coun
ter
punch
Definition: A punch used in the cutting of other punches, often used to create the negative space in or around a glyph.
Morphemes:
Affix: counter-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: in opposition to
Etymology Compounds: Affix: contra
Language: la
Decoded: contra
Meaning: against
Affix: punch
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To employ a punch to create a hole in or stamp or emboss a mark on something.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ponchonner
Language: fro
Decoded: ponchonner
Meaning: to punch