Counterbuff
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Counterbuff is a noun meaning A buff (strike) in return; a counterblow.
Meaning
A buff (strike) in return; a counterblow.
More Meanings
- To strike or drive back or in an opposite direction; to stop by a blow or impulse in front.
Example Sentences
The giddy Ship betwixt the VVinds and Tides / Forc'd back, and forvvards in a Circle rides, / Stun'd with the diff'rent Blows; then ſhoots amain / Till counterbuff'd ſhe ſtops, and ſleeps again.
Word Forms
- counterbuffs
- counterbuffing
- counterbuffed
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include counterthrust, counterblast, counterstroke, counteraction, counterassault, afterstroke.
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