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Meaning of "countermeasure" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF COUNTERMEASURE

countermeasure  [ˈkaʊntəˌmɛʒə] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF COUNTERMEASURE

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Countermeasure is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES COUNTERMEASURE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

countermeasure

Countermeasure

A countermeasure is a measure or action taken to counter or offset another one. As a general concept it implies precision, and is any technological or tactical solution or system designed to prevent an undesirable outcome in the process. The first known use of the term is in 1923. Countermeasures can refer to the following disciplinary spectrum: ▪ defense ▪ medicine ▪ materials engineering ▪ electro-magnetic engineering ▪ policing ▪ Information technology ▪ Law ▪ Diplomatic security ▪ Pollution prevention Defense countermeasures are often subdivided into "active" and "passive" countermeasures.

Definition of countermeasure in the English dictionary

The definition of countermeasure in the dictionary is action taken to oppose, neutralize, or retaliate against some other action.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH COUNTERMEASURE


admeasure
ædˈmɛʒə
antipleasure
ˌæntɪˈplɛʒə
commeasure
kəˈmɛʒə
displeasure
dɪsˈplɛʒə
leisure
ˈlɛʒə
made-to-measure
ˌmeɪdtəˈmɛʒə
measure
ˈmɛʒə
outmeasure
ˌaʊtˈmɛʒə
overmeasure
ˈəʊvəˌmɛʒə
pleasure
ˈplɛʒə
premeasure
priːˈmɛʒə
treasure
ˈtrɛʒə

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE COUNTERMEASURE

counterintuitive
counterion
counterirritant
counterirritation
counterlight
counterman
countermand
countermandable
countermarch
countermark
countermelody
countermemo
countermen
countermine
countermotion
countermove
countermovement
countermure
countermyth
counteroffensive

WORDS THAT END LIKE COUNTERMEASURE

common measure
cubic measure
dry measure
economy measure
embrasure
erasure
for good measure
half measure
linear measure
liquid measure
made to measure
mismeasure
rasure
remeasure
safety measure
seasure
security measure
square measure
tape measure
to be sure
untreasure

Synonyms and antonyms of countermeasure in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «countermeasure» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF COUNTERMEASURE

Find out the translation of countermeasure to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of countermeasure from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «countermeasure» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

对策
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

contramedida
570 millions of speakers

English

countermeasure
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

countermeasure
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

مضاد
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

противодействия
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

contramedida
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

প্রতিব্যবস্থা
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

contre-mesure
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Tindakan balas
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Gegenmaßnahme
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

対策
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

대책
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Countermeasure
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

biện pháp đối phó
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

எதிர்அளவீடு
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

काउंटरमेयॅश
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

önlem
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

contromisura
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

przeciwdziałania
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

протидії
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

contramăsură
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

αντίμετρο
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

teenvoeter
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

motåtgärd
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

mottiltak
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of countermeasure

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «COUNTERMEASURE»

The term «countermeasure» is regularly used and occupies the 83.344 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «COUNTERMEASURE» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about countermeasure

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «COUNTERMEASURE»

Discover the use of countermeasure in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to countermeasure and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Countermeasure: Bytes of Life
Please be advised that ALL short stories in this series contain EROTIC content. They are NOT recommended for younger audience. Some of the events that take place in the short stories might be referenced in the novels and vice-versa.
Chris Almeida, Cecilia Aubrey, Emmanuelle Hertel, 2013
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Analyzing Computer Security: A ...
In this book, the authors of the 20-year best-selling classic Security in Computing take a fresh, contemporary, and powerfully relevant new approach to introducing computer security.
Charles P. Pfleeger, Shari Lawrence Pfleeger, 2012
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Risk Analysis and Security Countermeasure Selection
This reader-friendly guide provides the tools and insight needed to effectively analyze risks and secure facilities in a broad range of industries, including DHS designated critical infrastructure in the chemical, transportation, energy, ...
Thomas L. Norman, CPP/PSP/CSC, 2009
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Advancing Regulatory Science for Medical Countermeasure ...
Advancing Regulatory Science for Medical Countermeasure Development is a valuable resource for federal agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Department of Defense ...
Forum on Medical and Public Health Preparedness for Catastrophic Events, Forum on Drug Discovery, Development, and Translation, Bruce M. Altevogt, 2011
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Bioterrorism Countermeasure Development: Issues in Patents ...
Congressional interest in the development of bioterrorism countermeasures remains strong, even after passage of legislation establishing Project BioShield.
Wendy H. Schacht, 2010
6
Evaluation of the Prince William County Collision ...
The Collision Countermeasure System (CCS) is an ITS application intended to reduce side-impact accident potential at rural, limited sight-distance intersections.
Fred R. Hanscom, 2001
7
Network Perimeter Security: Building Defense In-Depth
This would mean that the value of our countermeasure is: $5610-$980-$834= $3796 Thus, the value of our countermeasure would add up to $3796 in value for our company. This value could then be compared with other solutions that would  ...
Cliff Riggs, 2003
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Project Bioshield : linking bioterrorism threats and ...
Even if a promising countermeasure were to meet the other requirements for purchase under the statute, it would not be eligible for procurement because of a lack of a material threat finding. At the rate the "material threat" findings have been ...
9
CompTIA Security+ Review Guide: Exam SY0-301
Selecting a countermeasure within the realm of risk management relies heavily on the cost/benefit analysis results. However, you should consider several other factors: The cost of the countermeasure should be less than the value of the asset .
James M. Stewart, 2011
10
Security in Embedded Devices
Table 9.1 Comparison of Processor Energy shown as M, whereas the proposed countermeasure using two extra tables (thwarting a second-order DEMA, thus providing increased security) is shown as M1, M2. The total number of 256 by 32- bit ...
Catherine H. Gebotys, 2009

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «COUNTERMEASURE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term countermeasure is used in the context of the following news items.
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Pentagon Orders Chemring-Made Aerial IR Countermeasure Decoys
M212flare A Chemring Group subsidiary has secured two contracts worth a combined $26 million to manufacture special material decoys for ... «ExecutiveBiz, Jul 15»
2
The Strain Season 2: What to Expect
Whether they are seeking a cure or a countermeasure is anyone's guess, however. Maestro is happy for the scientific approach. “It's what they ... «Den of Geek!, Jul 15»
3
Esterline Corporation Announces $64 Million Common Share …
... a wide range of military and commercial aerospace purposes, and combustible ordnance and electronic warfare countermeasure products. «MarketWatch, Jul 15»
4
City's CleanPowerSF Program Central to Upcoming Ballot Battle
Board president Breed introduced the countermeasure, titled the Clean Energy Right to Know Act, at the June 16 Board of Supervisors meeting. «KQED, Jul 15»
5
Tekmira Pharmaceuticals Corp Rating Lowered to Hold at Zacks …
... being developed under a contract with the United States Department of Defense Joint Project Manager Medical Countermeasure Systems. «WKRB News, Jul 15»
6
Taia Global Appoints Joe L'Italien as CSO
... maker of REDACT™ cyber software, the leading provider of Industrial Espionage countermeasure cyber software and intelligence services, ... «Business Wire, Jul 15»
7
Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward Launches Aelxander Dungeon
However, a mysterious Warrior of Darkness has arrived, seemingly working as a countermeasure to the Warrior of Light. Final Fantasy XIV: ... «Realm of Gaming, Jul 15»
8
China stocks rebound after a 3-week decline
As a countermeasure, the country has maneuvered a halt to new share concerns, as seen in the dozens of companies and firms scrapping IPO ... «Gazette Tribune, Jul 15»
9
Rocket League review – the beautiful car game
Although the real countermeasure is simply practice, and making sure you take the game seriously. Because it takes real skill to do well at ... «Metro, Jul 15»
10
MSC Industrial Q3 Profit Tops Estimates - Quick Facts
The second driver was another quarter of gross margin stabilization, which reflected our successful countermeasure efforts, offset by the gross ... «RTT News, Jul 15»

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