noun
Meaning 1
A plan set up in opposition to another plan.
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Standard Lemma guide
counterplan
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verb
Meaning 2
To set up a plan in opposition to another plan.
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noun
Meaning 3
a plot intended to subvert another plot
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: counterplot
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Broader terms: plot, secret plan, game
History
Etymology
From counter- + plan.
Across languages
Translations
1 source translations are retained for this English entry.
- Greek: αντισχέδιο (antischédio) — plan set up in opposition to another plan