counter-operation
nounUK /ˈkaʊntər ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/
US /ˈkaʊntər ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃən/
A counter-operation is an action taken to stop or fight back against another action.
The police planned a counter-operation to catch the thieves.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A military action launched in response to an enemy operation.
The army began a counter-operation to retake the bridge.
3. A business move made to oppose a competitor's move.
The company's counter-operation lowered prices to beat its rival.
4. A secret plan to undo another group's plan.
The spies carried out a counter-operation to stop the leak.