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Meaning of word poise from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

poise noun

Meaning : A cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter. The viscosity of a fluid in which a force of one dyne per square centimeter maintains a velocity of 1 centimeter per second.

Meaning : A state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium.

Meaning : Great coolness and composure under strain.

Example : Keep your cool.

Synonyms : aplomb, assuredness, cool, sang-froid

poise verb

Meaning : Be motionless, in suspension.

Example : The bird poised for a few moments before it attacked.

Meaning : Prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult.

Synonyms : brace

Meaning : Cause to be balanced or suspended.

Meaning : Hold or carry in equilibrium.

Synonyms : balance

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The ambiguity of an individual word or phrase that can be used (in different contexts) to express two or more different meanings.

good (noun)
Benefit.

thief (noun)
A criminal who takes property belonging to someone else with the intention of keeping it or selling it.

palatalised (adjective)
Produced with the front of the tongue near or touching the hard palate (as `y') or with the blade of the tongue near the hard palate (as `ch' in `chin' or `j' in `gin').

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An act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly).

bog down (verb)
Get stuck while doing something.

palatine bone (noun)
Either of two irregularly shaped bones that form the back of the hard palate and helps to form the nasal cavity and the floor of the orbits.

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(Middle Ages) the lord of a palatinate who exercised sovereign powers over his lands.

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Adversity resulting from being made a victim.