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Rarepoising
The correct spelling is poising.
How to pronounce poising
verb
IPA: /ˈpɔɪzɪŋ/
Say it like: Poy-sin-g
The correct spelling is poising. To hang in equilibrium; to be balanced or suspended; hence, to be in suspense or doubt. For example: "I poised the crowbar in my hand, and waited."
Usage Examples
“I poised the crowbar in my hand, and waited.”
“The rock was poised precariously on the edge of the cliff.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To hang in equilibrium; to be balanced or suspended; hence, to be in suspense or doubt.
- 2.To counterpoise; to counterbalance.
- 3.To be of a given weight; to weigh.
- 4.To add weight to, to weigh down.
- 5.To hold (something) with or against something else in equilibrium; to balance, counterpose.
noun
- 1.The act by which something is poised.
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