countermand in French

countermand in French is contrordre — countermand means to revoke (a former command); to cancel or rescind by giving an order contrary to one previously given.

countermand in French

contrordre

noun

An order to the contrary of a previous one.

What does "countermand" mean?

verb To revoke (a former command); to cancel or rescind by giving an order contrary to one previously given.
verb To recall a person or unit with such an order.
verb To cancel an order for (some specified goods).
verb To counteract, to act against, to frustrate.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "countermand" in French?

"countermand" in French is contrordre. countermand means: To revoke (a former command); to cancel or rescind by giving an order contrary to one previously given.

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