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equipoise [ˈɛkwɪˌpɔɪz] n 1. even balance of weight or other forces; equilibrium 2. a counterbalance; counterpoise vb
(tr) to offset or balance in weight or force; balance ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Translations equipoise n (form: = equilibrium) → Gleichgewicht nt How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The doctor lit the combustible in his cylinder and turned the flame so as to produce a rapid heat, and the balloon, which had rested on the ground in perfect equipoise, began to rise in a few minutes, so that the seamen had to slacken the ropes they held it by. |
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