"counterpuncher" meaning in English

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        "A player who returns every ball and relies on the opponent making mistakes"
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        "(tennis) A player who returns every ball and relies on the opponent making mistakes"
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        "A boxer who commonly counterpunches."
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        "(boxing) A boxer who commonly counterpunches."
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        "(boxing) A boxer who commonly counterpunches."
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