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- pronunciation:
- kaUn
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
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noun |
| definition 1: |
someone or something that is similar or identical to another.
One of the priceless earrings was found, but its counterpart seems lost forever.- similar words:
- double, equivalent, match, parallel, peer, twin
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| definition 2: |
someone who has a rank or performs functions similar to those of another.
Mr. Yoshida is my counterpart in our Tokyo office, so he'll be assisting you once you're in Japan.- similar words:
- coordinate, double, opposite
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| definition 3: |
something that fits well with or complements something else.
These spices are a fine counterpart to the vegetables. |
| related words: |
alter ego, antagonist, equal, image, mate |
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