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poiser

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈpɔɪzər/

KK: /ˈpɔɪzər/

noun
Definition

A person or thing that balances or stabilizes, often used in the context of insects with two wings.


Example

The poiser helps maintain the balance of the insect while it flies.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you know that the poiser is essential for balancing certain insects?
Sloth B
Really? I had no idea insects had something like that.
Sloth A
Yeah, it's fascinating how they can stay stable in the air.
Sloth B
Nature is incredible! I love learning about these little details.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
stabilizer
equilibrator
counterpoise
Antonyms
instability
imbalance
disorder
Root Explanation

The word 'poiser' originates from Old French 'poiser', meaning to weigh or to measure. It refers to the act of weighing something, often in a figurative sense of considering or balancing options.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word 'poiser' which means to weigh, helping you remember that 'poiser' relates to the act of weighing or measuring.

Visually Confused Words
poser
promiser
polisher
proser
pouser
poster
poseur
ponier
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