Definitions

1. noun

A flow or movement in the opposite direction to what is expected or usual.

“The company encountered a counterflow of customer dissatisfaction after the new policy was implemented.”

2. noun

A flow of fluid (such as gas or liquid) in the opposite direction to the intended flow.

“The engineer studied the counterflow of air in the ventilation system to optimize its performance.”

3. verb

To move or flow in the opposite direction to what is expected or usual.

“The river counterflowed its course due to the changing weather patterns.”