English dictionary

countermand

/,k/&//U/nt/@/'m/A/nd/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a contrary command cancelling or reversing a previous command

noun.communication

Source: WordNet 3.0
A contrary order; revocation of a former order or command.

noun

Source: webster1913

cancel officially

verb.communication

Synonyms annul lift overturn repeal rescind reverse revoke vacate

Source: WordNet 3.0
To revoke (a former command); to cancel or rescind by giving an order contrary to one previously given; as, to <i>countermand</i> an order for goods.

verb

Source: webster1913