An opening move, strategy, or approach in response to or opposing an initial opening, especially in chess or games.
From counter- (against) + opening (from Old English open, 'to make open'). A chess and strategy gaming term.
Chess players don't just memorize openings—they memorize counteropening sequences, so when an opponent uses the Sicilian Defense, they have prepared responses ready before the game even develops.
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