an act of rebutting, as in a debate. A reply intended to show fault in an opponent's argument. A rebuttal letter issued by Pes and other demographers involved in the studies makes similar points. It never condescends to Sisters Barnes and Paxton and they always have sound rebuttals at the ready; they are also observant, smart and canny. More @Wikipedia
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