Meaning of poise
Definition of poise
(noun)
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
a
state
of
being
balanced
in a
stable
equilibrium
great
coolness
and
composure
under
strain; "keep your cool"
(verb)
be motionless, in suspension; "The
bird
poised
for a few moments
before
it attacked"
prepare
(oneself) for something
unpleasant
or
difficult
cause
to be
balanced
or
suspended
hold
or
carry
in
equilibrium
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