Overview of noun poise

The noun poise has 3 senses

• poise -- (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)


• poise -- (a state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium)


• aplomb, assuredness, cool, poise, sang-froid -- (great coolness and composure under strain; "keep your cool")

Overview of verb poise

The verb poise has 4 senses

• poise -- (be motionless, in suspension; "The bird poised for a few moments before it attacked")


• brace, poise -- (prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult)


• poise -- (cause to be balanced or suspended)


• poise, balance -- (hold or carry in equilibrium)