poise

Noun
  1. 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 (synset 113737345)
    is a type of: unit of viscosity - a unit of measurement for viscosity
  2. A state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium (synset 114027365)
    is a type of: equilibrium - a stable situation in which forces cancel one another
  3. Great coolness and composure under strain (synset 104911339)
    "keep your cool"
    is a type of: calm, calmness, composure, equanimity - steadiness of mind under stress
    same as: aplomb, assuredness, cool, sang-froid
Verb
  1. Be motionless, in suspension (synset 201947430)
    "The bird poised for a few moments before it attacked"
    is a type of: hover - hang in the air; fly or be suspended above
  2. Prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult (synset 201810076)
    is a type of: fix, gear up, prepare, ready, set, set up - make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
    subtypes: nerve, steel - get ready for something difficult or unpleasant
    same as: brace
  3. Cause to be balanced or suspended (synset 201605586)
    causes: balance, poise - hold or carry in equilibrium
    is a type of: lay, place, pose, position, put, set - put into a certain place or abstract location
  4. Hold or carry in equilibrium (synset 201605239)
    is a type of: bear, carry, hold - support or hold in a certain manner
    subtypes: juggle - hold with difficulty and balance insecurely
    same as: balance
    verb group: balance, equilibrate, equilibrise, equilibrize - bring into balance or equilibrium

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