COUNTERMAND

countermand

Noun

  1. An order to the contrary of a previous one.

Verb

  1. To revoke (a former command); to cancel or rescind by giving an order contrary to one previously given.
    to countermand an order for goods
  2. To recall a person or unit with such an order.
  3. To prohibit; to forbid.
  4. To oppose; to revoke the command of.


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