Dictionary

1. (

• poise

) be motionless, in suspension; "The bird poised for a few moments before it attacked" ;

2. (

• brace ,
• poise

) prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult ;

3. (

• poise ,

) cause to be balanced or suspended ;

4. (

• poise ,
• balance

) hold or carry in equilibrium ;