poise

C1
Pronunciation
/pɔɪz/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

A state of balance, equilibrium or stability.

2 Definition

Composure; freedom from embarrassment or affectation.

3 Definition

Mien; bearing or deportment of the head or body.

4 Definition

A condition of hovering, or being suspended.

5 Definition

A CGS unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimetre.

6 Definition

Weight; an amount of weight, the amount something weighs.

7 Definition

The weight, or mass of metal, used in weighing, to balance the substance weighed.

8 Definition

That which causes a balance; a counterweight.

Verb
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

To hang in equilibrium; to be balanced or suspended; hence, to be in suspense or doubt.

2 Definition

To counterpoise; to counterbalance.

3 Definition

To be of a given weight; to weigh.

4 Definition

To add weight to, to weigh down.

5 Definition

To hold (something) with or against something else in equilibrium; to balance, counterpose.

6 Definition

To hold (something) in equilibrium, to hold balanced and ready; to carry (something) ready to be used.

Example Sentences
  • I poised the crowbar in my hand, and waited.
7 Definition

To keep (something) in equilibrium; to hold suspended or balanced.

Example Sentences
  • The rock was poised precariously on the edge of the cliff.
8 Definition

To ascertain, as if by balancing; to weigh.