Definition of "poise"
- noun
Weight; an amount of weight, the amount something weighs.
A state of balance, equilibrium or stability.
Composure; freedom from embarrassment or affectation.
Mien; bearing or deportment of the head or body.
A condition of hovering, or being suspended.
A cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter.
- verb
To hang in equilibrium; to be balanced or suspended; hence, to be in suspense or doubt.
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