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Rarecounterpoise
The correct spelling is counterpoise.
How to pronounce counterpoise
/ˈkaʊntə(ɹ)ˌpɔɪz/
nounIPA: /ˈkaʊntə(ɹ)ˌpɔɪz/
Say it like: Cow-nte-rpo-yse
The correct spelling is counterpoise. A weight sufficient to balance another, for example in the opposite end of scales; an equal weight.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.A weight sufficient to balance another, for example in the opposite end of scales; an equal weight.
- 2.An equal power or force acting in opposition; a force sufficient to balance another force.
- 3.The relation of two weights or forces which balance each other; equilibrium
verb
- 1.To act against with equal weight; to equal in weight; to balance the weight of; to counterbalance.
- 2.To act against with equal power; to balance.
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