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poise

/pɔɪz/
noun

  1. A state of balance, equilibrium or stability.

  2. Composure; freedom from embarrassment or affectation.

  3. Mien; bearing or deportment of the head or body.

verb

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

  2. To counterpoise; to counterbalance.

  3. To be of a given weight; to weigh.

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