counterpart

[ koun-ter-pahrt ]

noun

1. a person or thing closely resembling another, especially in function:

   Our president is the counterpart of your prime minister.

2. a copy; duplicate.
3. Law. a duplicate or copy of an indenture.
4. one of two parts that fit, complete, or complement one another.

counterpart

/ ˈkaʊntəˌpɑːt /

noun

1. a person or thing identical to or closely resembling another
2. one of two parts that complement or correspond to each other
3. a person acting opposite another in a play
4. a duplicate, esp of a legal document; copy

Word History and Origins

Origin of counterpart¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; counter-, part

Example Sentences

His transition team also hasn't met with counterparts at any of the federal agencies in Washington.

From Salon

However, its letter said its investigation to date “raises concerns that a lower standard of care is provided to Black patients compared to their white counterparts — especially leading up to and during obstetric hemorrhage.”

From Los Angeles Times

What can Americans learn from their counterparts on the Continent?

From Salon

The “Formation” singer has performed at two Super Bowls, headlining the 2013 halftime show in New Orleans, where she was joined by her former Destiny’s Child counterparts, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams.

From Los Angeles Times

Today, younger Republicans are 11% less likely to support new nuclear plants in the U.S. than their older counterparts.

From Los Angeles Times