Poise

Word POISE
Character 5
Hyphenation poise
Pronunciations /pɔɪz/

Definitions and meanings of "Poise"

What do we mean by poise?

A centimeter-gram-second unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter. noun

To carry or hold in equilibrium; balance. intransitive verb

To cause to be ready or about to do something. intransitive verb

To be balanced or held in suspension. intransitive verb

Confident composure; self-possession. noun

Bearing of the body, especially when graceful. noun

To weigh; ascertain by weighing or balancing; figuratively, to weigh; ponder; consider.

To counterbalance; be of equal weight with.

To balance; make of equal weight; hold or place in equilibrium: as, to poise the scales of a balance.

To hold suspended or in suspense; delay.

To weigh or press down; force.

To be balanced or suspended; hence, figuratively, to hang in suspense.

Weight; ponderosity; gravity. noun

A weight; especially, the weight or mass of metal used in weighing with steelyards to balance the substance weighed. noun

A thing suspended or attached as a counterweight; hence, that which counterbalances; a counterpoise. noun

A state of balance; equipoise; equilibrium; hence, equanimity. noun

The condition of balancing or hovering; suspended motion. noun

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

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

The weight, or mass of metal, used in weighing, to balance the substance weighed. noun

A state of balance, equilibrium or stability.

Composure; freedom from embarrassment or affectation.

Mien; bearing or deportment of the head or body.

A condition of hovering, or being suspended.

A CGS unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimetre.

Weight; an amount of weight, the amount something weighs.

The weight, or mass of metal, used in weighing, to balance the substance weighed.

That which causes a balance; a counterweight.

To throw or sling an object or person Urban Dictionary

Having a composed and self-assured manner. To be completely in tune with one’s truest, most authentic self… and to live that authenticity confidently every day. Being confident in who you are. Being graceful, but also unapologetic for expressing your truest self. Living your truth. Carrying yourself with confidence and practicing grace, even in stressful scenarios. Urban Dictionary

Poised is used as a synonym for peak or fake Urban Dictionary

A mixture of the words "poise" and "graceful". Usually used in a sarcastic manner(1). Can also be used in a serious manner(2). Urban Dictionary

Asking for attention, bait or just generally bad. Urban Dictionary

A male mistress throwing a fit when his woman is late coming home and he has to eat dinner alone. Can pout or go to extreme measures for attention. Urban Dictionary

Pads for people who have LBL (light bladder leakage). Not to be mistaken for period pads, poise pads have absorb lock cores, anti-leak sides, and scent control. The colors are purple, blue, and white and they come in huge pink packages. Can hold up to 2 cups of urine. Urban Dictionary

A brand for a female pad. Also used to describe the female bottoms part Urban Dictionary

Go secretly to Marienplatz and have fun with your loved one in different ways, so that you end up feeling happy and full of spirit. Urban Dictionary

Knocking pots for the purpose of silencing dogs. Urban Dictionary

Synonyms and Antonyms for Poise

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The word "poise" in example sentences

Something happens to a man that deeply stirs him, as an insult, or a falling out with a friend, or the loss of money, -- something which disturbs what we call his poise or peace of mind. ❋ Unknown (1921)

I've gained lifelong friends, fans and customers from them witnessing what they call poise under pressure - and I call common courtesy. ❋ Tinu AbayomiPaul (2009)

Blackpool attacked with greater invention and poise from the start, just as Holloway and his players had openly admitted they would do beforehand. ❋ Andy Hunter (2010)

The Celtics had much more poise from the opening tip in Game 7, playing vicious defense that forced Los Angeles to miss 21 of its first 27 shots. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Her grace a poise is beyond anything Ive ever seen. ❋ Unknown (2009)

(AP) - A sure sign of poise from a rookie quarterback: Vince Young even lobbies for instant-replay calls like a veteran. ❋ Unknown (2006)

"Then, you throw in poise, command and makeup, and you know why it isn't easy to find a good lefty." ❋ Unknown (2005)

Brent Johnson's playoff poise is similar to his grandfather's, and his workmanlike approach to stopping pucks stems from the barrage of shots his dad fired at him as a teen. ❋ Unknown (2002)

Although its poise is sometimes in displacing experience it is not a substitute for it. ❋ Unknown (1997)

That there were some flashes of attacking poise from the Welsh to remind you of such lineage no doubt only compounded the rage of Gatland. ❋ Unknown (2010)

After a momentary surprise, the viewer realizes that of course Betty would find nothing, because — and it’s the same reason Don’s winning poise is entirely believable — like all great liars, Don never lets down his guard. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Obama has shown to be more electable for his poise, that is why he has gained on Hillary on superD count. ❋ Unknown (2008)

It's surreal -- most surreal because of her optimistic poise, which is either noble and brave or false and phony. ❋ Unknown (2008)

Residents still recall her poise in handling the Florida recount during the 2000 presidential race that was eventually won by George W. Bush. ❋ Sinfonian (2007)

1. It's [rubbish], just poise it into the [skip] 2.We struggled for a while but then I managed to poise him into [the pond]. ❋ Mikelangelno (2017)

not every day you saw that [poised], competent kid [distressed] she had learned from the girls at the salon how to appear perfectly poised 'teachers are poised to resume their attack on [government school] tests' ❋ Iampoised (2020)

[Nah bro] thats so [poised] That tik tok [is is] so poised ❋ Jo284827473 (2023)

1 person attempts an [ice skating] move and fails "that was really poiseful jane! ha ha ha!" 2 person sucesfuly complets a [graceful] ice skating move "very poiseful [janet]" ❋ CanadiniansROCK (2005)

“Did you see [Jessica’s] [instagram story]? [Poised] bro” “Look at the person behind you, but don’t make it [poised]” ❋ BlueDemon24 (2023)

"Keep this [up and] I [might have to] start [poising the roast]" ❋ Bear And Kitten (2020)

Gigi: oh snap....anybody got any pads. [aunt rosie] is visiting. Lulu: umm....i do. here you go. Gigi: WTF! what kind of pads are these? Lulu: [poise pads]...for [lbl]... Gigi: WTF? Lulu: just use them! they work fine! ❋ Anonymousgirl2525 (2011)

[Heyyyyy] we [want] some [poise] ❋ Mokumu (2020)

"How was your [weekend]?" "Oh great, I did some [Marienplatz sneak in - poise out], which helped me through [the day]" ❋ Sneakerandpoiser (2018)

Boy: My three dogs bark at [the doorbell] until I show them how [clanging] pots together is effective in their being silent. It's [my mother's] only way to handle their barking. Girl: that's a good way to show them pot poise. ❋ Dogsdaily (2014)

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