counterstep

counterstep
a) A measure taken to correct an action or situation; movement in the opposite direction.
b) The movement of dancers around a central point. From Contrapasso (IT)

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  • counterstep — n., v., counterstepped, counterstepping. * * * …   Universalium

  • counterstep — coun′ter•step n. v. stepped, step•ping …   From formal English to slang

  • counterstep — n., v., counterstepped, counterstepping …   Useful english dictionary

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