noun
countermine
Countermine (noun) means a mine dug by defenders to intercept an enemy's mine or tunnel.
noun
1
A mine dug by defenders to intercept an enemy's mine or tunnel.
2
An underground tunnel dug to find and destroy an enemy's mining works.
3
A trick or plan used to defeat another trick or plan.
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Etymology
Formed from counter- and mine.
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What is the meaning of countermine?
"countermine" (noun) means a mine dug by defenders to intercept an enemy's mine or tunnel.
What are the different meanings of countermine?
"countermine" has 3 main meanings: 1. A mine dug by defenders to intercept an enemy's mine or tunnel; 2. An underground tunnel dug to find and destroy an enemy's mining works; 3. A trick or plan used to defeat another trick or plan.
