ˌcounter-ˈespionage Spying directed against an enemy's spy system. Cf. contre-espionnage. 1899Westm.Gaz. 13 Sept. 5/3 It will take no part in the police or counter-espionage services.1936Times Lit.Suppl. 25 Jan. 79/2 The Russian Intelligence Service, a body entrusted..with counter-espionage.