Meaning ofcounterchargesin English

Noun

1. a retaliatory attack or thrust; a counter move
   The company launched a countercharges campaign against their competitor's false claims.
2. opposing claims or allegations made in defense
   The lawyer prepared countercharges to defend her client against the accusations.
3. accusations made in response; retaliatory claims
   The prosecution faced countercharges of withholding evidence from the defense team.