contre

Definitions of contre
  1. noun
    obstructing an opponent in ice hockey
    synonyms: chèque
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    type of:
    obstruction
    getting in someone's way
  2. noun
    a return punch (especially by a boxer)
    synonyms: parade
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    type of:
    coup de poing
    (boxing) a blow with the fist
  3. noun
    the act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements
    synonyms: bloc, obstruction
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    type of:
    obstruction
    getting in someone's way
  4. noun
    an attack by a defending force against an attacking enemy force in order to regain lost ground or cut off enemy advance units etc.
    synonyms: riposte
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    type of:
    attaque
    (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)
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