1.Definition: (computer science) a register whose contents go through a regular series of states (usually states indicating consecutive integers)

Category: Objects

2.Definition: a calculator that keeps a record of the number of times something happens

Related Noun(s):tabulator

Category: Objects

3.Definition: a person who counts things

Category: People

4.Definition: a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers

Related Noun(s):buffet, sideboard

Category: Objects

5.Definition: a piece of leather forming the back of a shoe or boot

"A counter may be used to stiffen the material around the heel and to give support to the foot"

Category: Objects

6.Definition: a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)

Related Noun(s):comeback, rejoinder, replication, retort, return, riposte

Category: General

7.Definition: a return punch (especially by a boxer)

Related Noun(s):counterpunch, parry

Category: General

8.Definition: game equipment (as a piece of wood, plastic, or ivory) used for keeping a count or reserving a space in various card or board games

Category: Objects

9.Definition: table consisting of a horizontal surface over which business is transacted

Category: Objects