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POISING

(noun, verb)
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There are 7 meanings of the word Poising.

Poising - as a noun

A cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter; the viscosity of a fluid in which a force of one dyne per square centimeter maintains a velocity of 1 centimeter per second

A state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium

Great coolness and composure under strain

Example: "Keep your cool"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aplomb12assuredness12cool6sang-froid

Poising - as a verb

Be motionless, in suspension

Example: "The bird poised for a few moments before it attacked"

Prepare (oneself), often but not necessarily for something unpleasant or difficult

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brace9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fix13gear upprepare11ready9set3set up
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cause to be balanced or suspended

Hold or carry in equilibrium

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
balance11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bear6carry10hold8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She was poising herself on the edge of the diving board."
"The swordfighter poising his weapon, ready to strike."
"The acrobat poising on a tightrope elicited gasps from the crowd."
"She was poising on one leg, trying to maintain her balance."
"The gymnast performed an impressive poising routine on the beam."
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Word Game Points

Is POISING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, poising is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

POISING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is POISING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, poising is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
POISING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is POISING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, poising is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
POISING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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