poise
Nouns
- (n) 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
- (n) a state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium
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(n) great coolness and composure under strain
- keep your cool
Verbs
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(v) be motionless, in suspension
- The bird poised for a few moments before it attacked
- (v) prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult brace,
- (v) cause to be balanced or suspended
- (v) hold or carry in equilibrium balance,