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poise

英 [pɒɪz] 美[pɔɪz]
  • n. 平衡;姿势;镇静
  • vt. 使平衡;保持...姿势
  • vi. 平衡;准备好;悬着
  • n. (Poise)人名;(法)普瓦斯

英英释意


1. 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
2. a state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium
3. great coolness and composure under strain;
"keep your cool"