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Contrecoup
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What's The Definition Of Contrecoup?Synonyms | Synonyms for Contrecoup: Related Terms | Find terms related to Contrecoup: See Also | Contrecoup In Webster's Dictionary \Con`tre*coup"\, n. [F., fr. contre (L. contra) +
coup a blow.] (med.)
A concussion or shock produced by a blow or other injury, in
a part or region opposite to that at which the blow is
received, often causing rupture or disorganisation of the
parts affected.
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