counterstate
counterstate · counterstates
A geopolitical state that opposes another, or is set up to challenge its authorityA geopolitical state that opposes another, or is set up to challenge its authority.
Meaning
1 sensesA geopolitical state that opposes another, or is set up to challenge its authority.
Origin
From counter- + state.From counter- + state.
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Forms
plural: counterstates| Singular | counterstate |
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See also
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