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Hold or carry in equilibrium WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet

To hold (an object or objects) precariously; to support on a narrow base, so as to keep from falling. Wiktionary

To hold precariously. Wiktionary (translation)

To hold (something) in equilibrium, to hold balanced and ready; to carry (something) ready to be used. Wiktionary

To hold balanced and ready; to carry (something) ready to be used. Wiktionary (translation)

I balanced my mug of coffee on my knee. Wiktionary

The circus performer balances a plate on the end of a baton. Wiktionary

I poised the crowbar in my hand, and waited. Wiktionary

To poise the scales of a balance. Wiktionary

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WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet

poise, balance

Wiktionary

balance, poise