Counterkilling
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Counterkilling is a noun meaning A killing carried out in response to another killing.
Meaning
A killing carried out in response to another killing.
Example Sentences
The mob pummeled the men suspected of being thugs, and this normally tranquil spot exploded into a melee of killings and counterkillings that left nearly 30 people dead.
Word Forms
- counterkillings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include countermurder, counterassassination, counter-offensive, counterpunishment, counterfire, teamkill.
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