Definitions for: Countercheck

[v] check a second time
[v] oppose or check by a counteraction

Webster (1913) Definition: Coun`ter*check" (koun`t?r-ch?k"), v. t. [imp. &
p. p. Counterchecked (-ch?ckt"); p. pr. & vb. n.
Counterchecking.]
To oppose or check by some obstacle; to check by a return
check.

Coun"ter*check` (koun"t?r-ch?k`), n.
1. A check; a stop; a rebuke, or censure to check a reprover.

2. Any force or device designed to restrain another
restraining force; a check upon a check.

The system of checks and counterchecks. --J. H.
Newton.

Synonyms: counteract

See Also: check, contain, control, curb, hold, hold in, moderate

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