counterraid
/kaʊntəˈreɪd/Definitions
1. noun
A military operation or attack launched in response to an enemy attack, especially in the context of guerrilla warfare.
“The rebels launched a counterraid against the government forces that had been occupying their village.”
2. verb
To launch a military operation or attack in response to an enemy attack.
“The military strategist decided to counterraid the enemy’s forces to regain control of the territory.”