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poise

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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(noun.quantity)

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a state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium(noun.state)

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great coolness and composure under strain(noun.attribute)

Synonym:
aplomb, assuredness, cool, sang-froid

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Weight; gravity; that which causes a body to descend; heaviness.(noun)

source: webster1913

be motionless, in suspension(verb.motion)

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

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prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult(verb.emotion)

Synonym:
brace

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cause to be balanced or suspended(verb.contact)

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hold or carry in equilibrium(verb.contact)

Synonym:
balance

source: wordnet30
To balance; to make of equal weight; as, to poise the scales of a balance.(verb)

source: webster1913
To hang in equilibrium; to be balanced or suspended; hence, to be in suspense or doubt.(verb)

source: webster1913

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