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Nouns
(n)
poise
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
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(n)
poise
a state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium
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(n)
aplomb
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assuredness
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cool
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poise
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sang-froid
great coolness and composure under strain
“keep your cool”
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Verbs
(v)
poise
be motionless, in suspension
“The bird poised for a few moments before it attacked”
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(v)
brace
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poise
prepare (oneself), often but not necessarily for something unpleasant or difficult
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(v)
poise
cause to be balanced or suspended
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(v)
poise
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balance
hold or carry in equilibrium
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