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The definition of poise

8 Definitions of: poise

1. noun, composure or dignity of manner
2. noun, physical balance or assurance in movement or bearing
3. noun, the state of being balanced or stable; equilibrium; stability
4. noun, the position of hovering
5. noun, suspense or indecision
6. verb, to be or cause to be balanced or suspended
7. verb, to hold, as in readiness
8. verb, a rare word for weigh
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1. noun, the cgs unit of viscosity; the viscosity of a fluid in which a tangential force of 1 dyne per square centimetre maintains a difference in velocity of 1 centimetre per second between two parallel planes 1 centimetre apart. It is equivalent to 0.1 newton second per square metre. Symbol: P
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Synonyms:	composure, equilibrium, balance, cool (slang), presence, assurance, dignity, serenity, aplomb, calm	And more...

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