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counter

(1) In programming, a variable that is used to keep track of anything that must be counted. The programming language determines the number of counters (variables) that are available to a programmer.

(2) In electronics, a circuit that counts pulses and generates an output at a specified time.

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counter¹

1. 

a. a small flat disc of wood, metal, or plastic, used in various board games

b. a similar disc or token used as an imitation coin

2. a skating figure consisting of three circles

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counter²

1. an apparatus that records the number of occurrences of events

2. any instrument for detecting or counting ionizing particles or photons

3. Electronics another name for scaler

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counter

1. a return attack, such as a blow in boxing

2. Fencing a parry in which the foils move in a circular fashion

3. the portion of the stern of a boat or ship that overhangs the water aft of the rudder

4. the part of a horse's breast under the neck and between the shoulders