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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

counterpoise

/kʌntərˈpoʊz/ noun · British & US
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What does counterpoise mean?

noun

A counterpoise is a weight or force that balances or counteracts another weight or force. It can also refer to a person or thing that balances or counteracts another person or thing.

Example

"The artist used a counterpoise to balance the heavy sculpture on the pedestal."

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