ScienceAugust 9, 2026

countermeasure

KOUN-ter-mezh-er

Definition

A technique, device, or action taken to prevent or neutralize a potential threat or offensive action.

Etymology

Formed from the prefix 'counter-' (meaning 'against') and the noun 'measure' (from the Old French 'mesure', meaning a standard or proportion). It entered English in the late 19th century to describe actions taken in opposition to others.

In the news

The article mentions an upcoming 'NATO drone countermeasure experiment' intended to help nations defend against unauthorized drone intrusions. This highlights the urgent need for defensive technology to protect critical infrastructure.

The drone that exploded in Bulgaria: The hypothesis of a saboteur on Romanian territory

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