"counterprogramming" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From counter- + programming. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|counter-|programming}} counter- + programming Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} counterprogramming (uncountable)
  1. Psychological programming carried out to combat the effects of earlier programming. Tags: uncountable Synonyms: deprogramming
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  2. (broadcasting) The deliberate scheduling of shows of a different kind from rival channels at the same time. Tags: uncountable
    Sense id: en-counterprogramming-en-noun-l~Pf-70V Categories (other): Broadcasting Topics: broadcasting, media
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