counterpoise

== English == === Etymology === From Old French contrepois, contrepeser, later assimilated to poise. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈkaʊntə(ɹ)ˌpɔɪz/ === Noun === counterpoise (plural counterpoises) A weight sufficient to balance another, for example in the opposite end of scales; an equal weight. An effect of equal power or force acting in opposition; a force sufficient to balance another force or influence The relation of two weights or forces which balance each other; equilibrium Synonym: equiponderance ==== Derived terms ==== counterpoise-lift ==== Translations ==== === Verb === counterpoise (third-person singular simple present counterpoises, present participle counterpoising, simple past and past participle counterpoised) To act against with equal weight; to equal in weight; to balance the weight of; to counterbalance. To act against with equal power; to balance. ==== Translations ====