Word: counterpunch
Part of speech: Verb
Syllables: coun
ter
punch
Definition: To deliver a punch designed to exploit an opponent's momentary defensive weakness caused by a punch thrown by the opponent.
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 strike with one's fist.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ponchonner
Language: fro
Decoded: ponchonner
Meaning: to punch