| Front | poised |
|---|---|
| Back | BrE /pɔɪzd/NAmE /pɔɪzd/adjective 1 [not before noun] in a position that is completely still but is ready to move at any moment~ (on, above, over, etc. sth)Tina was tense, her hand poised over the telephone. He stopped writing and looked at me, pen poised.~ to do sth The cat crouched in the grass, poised to jump.2 [not before noun] ~ (in, on, above, etc. sth) in a position that is balanced but likely to change in one direction or anotherThe cup was poised on the edge of the chair. (figurative) The world stood poised between peace and war.3 [not before noun] completely ready for sth or to do sth set~ for sth The economy is poised for recovery.~ to do sth The British team is poised to win the title. Kate is poised to become the highest-paid supermodel in the fashion world.4 having a calm and confident manner and in control of your feelings and behaviour assuredHe is a remarkably poised young man. |
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