Cross-counter
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cross-counter is a noun meaning (boxing) A counterattack begun immediately after an opponent throws a jab, exploiting the opening in the opponent's position.
Meaning
(boxing) A counterattack begun immediately after an opponent throws a jab, exploiting the opening in the opponent's position.
More Meanings
- (boxing, ambitransitive) To employ a counterattack of this kind on (someone).
Word Forms
- cross-counters
- cross-countering
- cross-countered
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include counter-time, cross, counterpunch, counter-punch, counter, counterblow.
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