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contramedida — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • control verb To direct or influence the behavior of someone or something.
  • countermeasure noun An action or device designed to counteract a threat or problem.

Senses

contramedida is used for these senses in English:

  • control A security mechanism, policy, or procedure that can counter system attack, reduce risks, and resolve vulnerabilities; a safeguard or countermeasure.
  • countermeasure Any action taken to counteract or correct another.

control — full definition

  1. verb To direct or influence the behavior of someone or something.
  2. noun Power or authority to direct or manage something.
  3. noun A device such as a button, lever, or switch used to operate a machine.
  4. noun A group or sample used as a baseline for comparison in an experiment.

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