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equipoise

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e·qui·poise  (kw-poiz, kw-)
n.
1. Equality in distribution, as of weight, relationship, or emotional forces; equilibrium.
2. A counterpoise; a counterbalance.

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
Noun1.equipoiseequipoise - equality of distribution            
structure, construction - a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts; "the structure consisted of a series of arches"; "she wore her hair in an amazing construction of whirls and ribbons"
conformation - a symmetrical arrangement of the parts of a thing
symmetry, proportion - balance among the parts of something
Translations
equipoise [ˈiːkwɪpɔɪz] N (frm) → estabilidad f
equipoise
n (form: = equilibrium) → Gleichgewicht nt


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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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