Meaning Of The Word Counterpoise

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Counterpoise Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Counterpoise?

counterpoise in American English
a weight that balances another
counterbalance
noun: a counterbalancing weight
transitive verb: to balance by an opposing weight; counteract by an opposing force

counterpoise in British English
to oppose with something of equal effect, weight, or force; offset
noun: a force, influence, etc, that counterbalances another

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