counterterrorism
nounmasculinetécnico/ɐ̃titɨʁuˈɾiʒmu/medium
an·ti·ter·ro·ris·mo
Definition
Set of measures, policies or actions aimed at preventing, combating or suppressing terrorism.
The country strengthened its counterterrorism legislation after the recent attacks.
Special forces conducted a counterterrorism exercise.
Etymology
Formado por 'anti-' (contra) + 'terrorismo'.