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counterterror

/ˈkaʊn.tɚˌtɛr.ɚ/
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• adjective

1

Relating to or intended for the prevention of and response to terrorism; counterterrorist.

Example

"The international summit focused on coordinating counterterror policies among member nations."

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• noun

1

Political, legal, or security measures and strategies designed to prevent or combat terrorism.

Example

"Experts in counterterror emphasized the importance of intelligence sharing across borders."

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• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Counterterror. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/counterterror
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