counterclaim
UKUS
C2
Definitions
n.
A claim made by a defendant against the plaintiff in a lawsuit.
反诉；反索赔
v.
To make a claim in opposition to another claim.
提出反诉；反索赔
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedcounter- (against) + claim = a claim shouted back against the other side — chiefly a legal term for the defendant's own claim against the plaintiff.
Root claim still carries 24 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
The defendant filed a counterclaim for damages.
- 2.
The company counterclaimed, alleging breach of contract.