Countermand1. (v. t.) To revoke (a former command); to cancel or rescind by giving an order contrary to one previously given; as, to countermand an order for goods.
2. (v. t.) To prohibit; to forbid.
3. (v. t.) To oppose; to revoke the command of.
4. (n.) A contrary order; revocation of a former order or command.
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